What is Short Touch Down?
The term “short touchdown” in aviation refers to the situation where an aircraft touches down on the runway within the…
What is Sterile Cockpit and No Contact Period?
A “sterile cockpit” and a “no contact period” are terms used in aviation to ensure focused and distraction-free communication and…
Decoding Aircraft Fire Classes!
Fires are classified into different categories or classes based on the type of materials or substances that are fueling the…
Who governs Dubai airspace? FAA or EASA
Dubai airspace and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) airspace, in general, are not governed by either the Federal Aviation Administration…
Level D Flight Simulators
A Level D simulator is a specific classification of flight simulator that is recognized and regulated by aviation authorities, such…
“Drift Down” and “Depressurization” strategies (DP and DD Procedures)
“Drift Down” and “Depressurization” strategies are important procedures in aviation safety. Pilots are trained to recognize the applicability of “Drift…
Maximum Structural Weights
Manufacturer’s Empty Weight (MEW) It is the weight of structure, power plant, furnishings, systems and other items of equipment…
Radar/ADS-B/MLAT based Horizontal Separation Minima in Indian Airspace
The following information on separation minima based on radar and/or ADS-B and/or MLAT systems shall be applied in addition to…
ICAO recommended Airport Signs, Runway and Taxiway Markings
ICAO shares Standards and Recommended Practices(SARPs) for airport signs, runway and taxiway markings, mandatory instruction signs, information signs, mandatory instruction…
TOD, TOR and ASD – Post Amendment 42 (TODR, TORR and ASDR)
With respect to performance, different aircrafts are certified at different times and comply with different certification rules. Three major certifications…