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Project: EFB (Electronic Flight Bag) airline implementation project While the staff were breaking their head in our Airline’s Flight Operations, their incharge a senior Flight Captain, approached me as to how to sort out the mess. The Flight Operations IT guys were partly involved in the project. Although, not my prerogative in the project, I nevertheless got involved for Captains sake. For this no scrum, kanban, agile or six sigma framework is not required. Basic common sense will do, and some elements of standard project management. I called a meeting of all stakeholders. I asked the lady in charge of Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) project in our airlines Flight Operations, what are the requirements, who to contact, what needs to be done, and final outcome. As she was tensed, she was pouring out incessantly. I asked her to cool down, and then she spoke. I noted down the key points, made a stakeholder or key people chart, made a tasks list and a project plan, all in MS-Outlook as an Email only. And then followed up till the end - by Email. The project plan is attached. No need to break anyone’s head. Just follow basic project management as a project manager, and, have common sense. Key Stakeholders 1. Flight Operations (Captain xyz) 2. IT (Dr. Jojo Williams, Projects Director) 3. Airline Vendor (Mr. xyz) 4. Airline Supplier (Mr. xyz) 5. and so on…

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Lease Types in Airline Industry There are majorly 2 types of leasing of aircrafts. They are Wet Leasing and Dry Leasing In case Wet Leasing, the lessor of the aircraft provides the aircraft along with crew. Hence under this arrangement the lessor is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the aircraft. On the flip side Dry Leasing is an arrangement wherein the lessor only leases the aircraft without any crew and ground staff. Under this system the lessee will operate and maintain the aircraft and it is operated under the lessee’s operational certificate. The above two types of leases have their own advantages and disadvantages and this depends on the requirements of the airlines. It is generally perceived that Wet Leasing is costly as compared to dry as operational cost of the airline is charged from the lessee in addition to cost of lease of aircraft. In case of Dry leasing, the lessee’s get the benefit of paying less on operational and maintenance cost. But at the same time the airlines have to maintain their separate crew, ground handling and other operational staff for the daily aircraft operations. The airlines have a full control of the flying experience and cost. In India, the aviation regulator Director General of Civil Aviation permits Wet Lease of 3 months subject to a further renewal of 3 months and in case of Dry Lease for 12 months which can be renewed after the 12 months period. Now one question every person should have that why leasing of aircraft when one can buy the same. Leasing of aircraft  allows airlines to reduce the huge immediate cash burn and greater financial agility. It also reduces huge capital expenditure. One significant point on lease is a method of Sale and Leaseback which will be separately explained in my next write up. The success story of budget airlines is stands on this fulcrum.

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Malaysia Overflight Permit Regulation and Procedures If you're an operator of a business jet or a commercial airline with plans to flyover Malaysia airspace, obtaining a Malaysia Overflight Permit from the Malaysia Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is mandatory. As a flight dispatcher, it's important to have a good understanding of the requirements for obtaining this permit, including the fact that the issuing of an overflight permit confirms that there is no political or security objection to your airline, aircraft, or country of origin/destination and that there are no outstanding navigation fees due to the ATC authority. What are CAA's working hours, including whether they are open on weekends? Which aircraft documents must be submitted with the overflight request? Are there any fees charged by the CAA for processing the permit? What is the official validity period of the overflight permit, as determined by the CAA? How can the Malaysia air navigation bill be obtained, either through IATA or a local agent? https://lnkd.in/dcRneaxk , hashtag #armeniaoverflight , hashtag #azerbaijanoverflight , hashtag #bangladeshoverflight , hashtag #bhutanoverflight , hashtag #bruneioverflight , hashtag #cambodiaoverflight , hashtag #chinaoverflight , hashtag #georgiaoverflight , hashtag #hongkongoverflight , hashtag #indiaoverflight , hashtag #indonesiaoverflight , hashtag #japanoverflight , hashtag #kazakhstanoverflight , hashtag #kyrgyzstanoverflight , hashtag #laosoverflight , hashtag #malaysiaoverflight , hashtag #maldivesoverflight , hashtag #mongoliaoverflight , hashtag #myanmaroverflight , hashtag #nepaloverflight , hashtag #newcaledoniaoverflight , hashtag #pakistanoverflight , hashtag #papuanewguineaoverflight , hashtag #philippinesoverflight , hashtag #singaporeoverflight , hashtag #southkoreaoverflight , hashtag #sriLankaoverflight , hashtag #taiwanoverflight , hashtag #tajikistanoverflight , hashtag #thailandoverflight , hashtag #turkmenistanoverflight , hashtag #uzbekistanoverflight , hashtag #vietnamoverflight

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Give a KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid) to Your Airport Emergency Plan: Keep it Simple, Specific, and Sufficient In the high-stakes environment of an airport emergencies, where efficiency and safety are paramount, complexity can often be the enemy. The principle of "Keep it Simple, Stupid" (KISS) has long been a cornerstone of effective management across various sectors. Applied to airport emergency plans, this principle can enhance clarity, improve response times, and ultimately save lives. While preparing the plan, its better to follow 3S approach - Keep it Simple, Specific, and Sufficient: -Keep it Simple: Ensure that every level of the organization, from top management to on-ground staff, can read and understand the plan. Simplicity fosters quick comprehension and effective action. -Keep it Specific: Tailor your emergency plan to address specific hazards and types of incidents. A one-size-fits-all approach can lead to confusion and inefficiency. Specificity ensures a targeted response, reduces operational disruptions, clarifies roles, and enhances adaptability. -Keep it Sufficient: Strike the right balance. Your plan should be comprehensive enough to cover essential details without being overwhelming. It’s not meant to gather dust on a shelf; it should be a practical, actionable guide that your team can easily use. #AEP, #Emergencyplanning, #ARFF, #Airport

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Good day to you aviation folks; In today topic; I would like to talk about the second chapter of OM-A which is entitled "Operational Control and Supervision". This latter describes : Personnel qualifications, accident prevention & safety program, operational control as well as powers of the authority. Each item is then well detailed by the operator as required by the aviation authority standards.

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Building a Safe & Ethical Workplace Strong HR policies like the Code of Conduct (CoC) and Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) are essential for fostering professionalism, integrity, and inclusivity. CoC ensures ethical behavior and accountability, while PoSH policies create a safe, harassment-free environment. Together, they form the foundation of a respectful and thriving workplace and that’s my workplace Bangalore International Airport Ltd Let’s prioritize ethics and safety for a better work culture! What do you say ?? #WorkplaceEthics #HRPolicies #CodeOfConduct #POSH #InclusiveWorkplace #SafeWorkEnvironment #Leadership #EmployeeWellbeing #WorkplaceCulture #DiversityAndInclusion

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A flying lesson I'll never forget. 🛩️ It was the first stage of my basic flying training at Air Force Station Bihta. Rich in flora and fauna, the air station was home to many BLUE BULLS (Nilgai). They often posed a hazard to flying. 🐂 Every morning, we had a briefing, which we trainee pilots jokingly called “routine humiliation session.” One such morning, the Flight Commander shared a story about a pilot who averted an accident with a WILD BOAR on takeoff roll. 🐗 After the story, he posed a scenario: “You're on takeoff roll, speed is 50 knots, and a BLUE BULL crosses the runway. What will you do?” The room was tense. The Flight Commander locked eyes with me in the back row. “Lieutenant Ashok,” he called. Relieved, my peers watched as I approached the podium. Confidently, I began, “I’m on takeoff roll, speed is 50 knots, and I see a WILD BOAR crossing the runway...". Before I could finish, he interrupted me “a BLUE BULL, don’t change the animal!” The briefing room erupted in laughter. It took a minute for order to be restored. Lesson learned: Be precise in aviation 🎯 #FlyingTraining #AviationHumor #LessonsLearned

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The profound shifts induced by climate change is significantly affecting the aviation sector. I m very much sure with this global warming, major impact is being experienced on aircraft performance and it has started already and in coming years there is going to be paradigm shift in overhauling / revamping of performance charts in their respective POH ( Pilots operating handbook ) and AFM Airplane flight manuals ) . As air temperature rises, air pressure and air density decrease, reducing an aircraft's lift and making it more difficult to get off the ground. This can result in longer takeoff rolls, reduced climb rates, and reduced fuel efficiency. Hotter temperatures at ground level like Delhi today 48 degrees temp on runway 29 L therefore make it more difficult for airplanes to gain enough lift to get from the ground. . Hotter temperatures can cause weight restrictions for flight take-off — meaning fewer passengers and reduced capacity for luggage, cargo, and fuel. Higher temperatures are associated with increasingly unpredictable or severe weather events, whilst the melting of land ice and the warming of the oceans threatens coastlines around the world due to sea level rise. EUROCONTROL( European association ) is working presently to understand the many ways in which climate change is disrupting aviation operations and how stakeholders can develop new levels of resilience. Flying is one of the most carbon-intensive activities — yet it contributes just 2.5% of the world’s carbon emissions. # RUNWAY 29 L 48 degrees . temperature. Just my two cents 😀

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Conflicts are inevitable, whether personal or professional, but how we handle them reveals a lot about our character. “यूँ ही एक छोटी सी बात पे तालुक्कात पुराने बिगड़ गए; मुद्दा ये था कि सही क्या है और वो सही कौन है पर उलझ गए…” (Our good relations were spoiled because of a small disagreement. The issue was about “what” was right, but we became entangled in finding out “who” was right.) #conflictresolution #corporate #decisionmaking

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Airbus delivers first A330neo for Malaysia Airlines Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A330neo. The A330-900, is the first of 20 to be leased from Avolon by MAG, setting new standards for fuel efficiency and passenger experience. #aerospaceinnovations #aviationindustry #A330neo Airbus Malaysia Aviation Group Avolon https://lnkd.in/ezpXeehp

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✈️ good start with a good strategic plan and prepare for next year.. ✈️

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✈️ Navigating Turbulence: The Recent Singapore Airlines Incident ✈️ Turbulence, while unsettling, is a common occurrence in aviation and is generally manageable. It’s important to understand what turbulence is, why it happens, and how modern aircraft are designed to handle it safely. Some reasons of why there seems to be more turbulence can be found in the carousel. Below some basic information to try to demystify the phenomenon (5 is a must!): 1️⃣ What is Turbulence?   - Turbulence is irregular air movement caused by various factors such as weather patterns, jet streams, and mountain waves. 2️⃣ Types of Turbulence   - Clear Air Turbulence (CAT)   - Mechanical Turbulence   - Thermal Turbulence 3️⃣ Causes of Turbulence   - Weather systems (e.g., thunderstorms)   - Jet streams   - Terrain-related factors 4️⃣ How Pilots Manage Turbulence   - Advanced weather radar systems   - Real-time data from other aircraft   - Pre-flight planning to avoid known turbulent areas 5️⃣ Safety Measures for Passengers   - Always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated   - Follow crew instructions promptly   - Secure loose items 6️⃣ Aircraft Design and Turbulence   - Modern aircraft are built to withstand significant turbulence   - Structural integrity is thoroughly tested to ensure passenger safety While turbulence can be an uneasy experience, it is rarely dangerous. Pilots and crew are highly trained to handle these situations, ensuring the safety and comfort of all on board. Stay informed, stay safe, and always trust in the expertise of your flight crew. #AviationSafety #Turbulence #SingaporeAirlines #TravelSafety #AviationExpert Feel free to share your thoughts or questions in the comments below!

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Brunei Overflight Permit | [email protected] If you're an operator of a business jet or a commercial airline with plans to flyover Brunei airspace, obtaining a Brunei Overflight Permit from the Brunei Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is mandatory. As a flight dispatcher, it's important to have a good understanding of the requirements for obtaining this permit, including the fact that the issuing of an overflight permit confirms that there is no political or security objection to your airline, aircraft, or country of origin/destination and that there are no outstanding navigation fees due to the ATC authority. https://lnkd.in/dcW6aG8

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#Malaysia's new regulations mandating refunds for passengers on flights delayed by more than five hours mark a significant step forward in protecting #PassengerRights. As more countries and regions adopt similar rules, airlines face increasing complexity in navigating varying and sometimes conflicting, regulations. Is it time to push for global standardisation in #AviationLaw and #AirTransport? A unified approach, with all the challenges this would imply, could simplify compliance and provide consistent protections for travellers worldwide. #Aviation #Airlines #FlightDelay #FlightCompensation #Malaysia #AviationLaw #AirLaw

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Greetings, everyone. I would like to share some detailed safety point based on my humble experience in aviation. The point which is mentioned above represents and related to Situation Awareness and Crew Communication & Coordination in case of any abnormal event on board. So, the situation was as follows: It was my 39th flight on A321 as cabin crew. We were bounding to SSH International Airport My position was 4L And we reached the top of the descent and started to descent. As a normal procedure, my Responsibility was to make sure that my designated duty area in the cabin was secured. After that, I reported to the zone responsible and took my seat for landing. Likewise, The zone responsible has tasks that must be completed. One of these tasks is to check all the ovens in his designated duty area for security and safety purposes. He started with OVEN NO.1 then OVEN NO.3 After OVEN NO.2 and at the moment of opening OVEN NO.4 a light grey smoke rushed out of it. Quickly He closed the oven door again and started to use the word ‘’BCF’’ to alert other cabin crew members. We made sure that the oven was switched off, furthermore, we’ve isolated the electrical power from all the ovens not only the defective oven by pulling all the corresponding circuit breakers as per CCM Drills & instructions. And thankfully after implementing all the other required actions to prevent any situation deterioration, the situation was under control. The small important detail that I’ve learned and would like to share with you all is when the unlikely event occurred my experienced college who discovered the smoke didn’t shout when he said ‘’BCF’’. Instead, he was aware that he needed to remain calm, so he used a stable balanced tone to alert other cabin crew members without raising passenger's concerns or even drawing their attention to what was happening. And this is what I’ve learned from this unlikely event on board. Because of as stereotype in mind, I used to think that I would shout and raise my voice when using the word ”BCF” to alert other cabin crew members in similar situations, which was apparently against the SOPs. Eventually, I wish more and more of SAFE & PLEASENT Flights to all my beloved colleagues. Stay SAFE everyone.

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I am further disheartened to report another distressing development in my ongoing ordeal with BOXIGO. Not only did they fail to fulfill their basic service of moving my belongings on time, but upon receiving my items, I discovered that several of them had been severely damaged. To add to this already frustrating situation, two crucial items were missing altogether: my study table and an entire carton box of belongings. This experience has been nothing short of a nightmare. Not only have BOXIGO demonstrated incompetence in their operational logistics, but their handling of my possessions has been careless and irresponsible. The study table, in particular, is an essential piece of furniture that I rely on daily, and its absence has disrupted my ability to work effectively since the move. Despite my repeated attempts to communicate these issues to BOXIGO's customer service, they have continued to demonstrate a shocking lack of responsiveness and accountability. This level of negligence is completely unacceptable, especially considering the trust and financial investment I placed in their services. Moving is already a stressful process, but the added burden of dealing with damaged and missing items due to BOXIGO's mishandling has compounded my frustration and inconvenience. I urge Edwin L and the management at BOXIGO to address these issues immediately and provide a resolution that reflects a commitment to customer satisfaction and accountability. As a paying customer, I expect nothing less than a swift and satisfactory response to rectify this situation. Failure to do so will leave me with no choice but to pursue alternative avenues to seek compensation for the damages and losses incurred. BBR - Amplifying Consumer Voice Tagging you for better reach #Boxigo #CustomerServiceFail #DamagedGoods #MissingItems #MovingNightmare #UnsatisfiedCustomer

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🗨 Life Does Not Need You to Believe. 🤔 The past 48 hours has been filled with deep reflection. Reframing life as an invitation instead of a test is indeed a powerful shift in perspective. It opens doors to so much possibility. Imagine life as a vibrant, ever-changing dance swirling with possibilities, challenges, and moments of breathtaking beauty. Now, picture yourself standing at the edge of the dance floor. You might be hesitant, unsure of the steps or the music. But the truth is, the dance doesn't need you to believe in it to begin. It's happening all around you like a symphony of existence. Life doesn't require your belief. It unfolds with or without your participation. This might sound strange, even unsettling. After all, I have been conditioned to believe life has a purpose, a grand design I need to decipher. But what if the beauty lies in the unveiling, not the preordained answer? Life is an invitation. It beckons us to step onto the dance floor, to feel the rhythm beneath our feet, and to find our own unique way to move. It's okay to be unsure at first, to stumble and miss a beat. The beauty lies in the participation, in the exploration, in the joy of being alive in this grand unfolding. Life throws open its arms, inviting you to participate, dance in the rain and marvel at the stars. It doesn't demand your belief, but it whispers an invitation: come, experience, and create your own meaning. 💦 Embrace Curiosity. Approach life with an open mind and a thirst for discovery. Ask questions, explore new experiences, and marvel at the wonders around you. 💦 Engage with the World. Connect with nature, with art, with other people. 💦 Find what sparks your passion and immerse yourself in it. 💦 Embrace the Journey. Life is a never-ending adventure. There will be sunshine and rain, laughter and tears, joy and sorrow. Your role is to learn from it all, grow through it all, and savor the journey. Life is a gift, not a puzzle to be solved. This shift in perspective can be liberating. It allows us to embrace life's inherent wonder without getting caught up in the "whys" and "hows." It empowers us to find joy in the simple act of being, to savor the present moment without the burden of expectation. So, the next time you find yourself searching for meaning, take a deep breath and let go. Life doesn't need you to believe. It simply needs you to be present, to engage, to find your own rhythm in the grand symphony of existence. The beauty lies not in the destination, but in the breathtaking journey itself. There's no need to hold back, waiting for some grand revelation. Step onto the dance floor, embrace the unknown, and let the rhythm of life guide you. Here's to an amazeballs Friday! 🥂 Explore Life 🍷 LinkedIn Creator's Club wellness Guidance Brain Expansion Group #lifeaware #dance #doyou #fridaymusings #livelife

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