Aircraft Pilot Discussion Forums

a place for pilots to tell their stories and share their many experiences which are always a must read. there is so much that can be learnt from the experiences and opinions of the pilot fraternity.

general aviation commonly refers to that part of the aviation industry that engages in activity other than commercial air transport activity. This may include small charter operators, aeromedical operators, agricultural aviation businesses, aviation-based fire-fighting services, training and aerial work such as aerial photography and surveying. It also includes private, business, recreational and sports aviation activity.

lets hear about the typical day in the life of a pilot.

the study of Human Factors is about understanding human behavior and performance. when applied to aviation operations, Human Factors knowledge is used to optimize the fit between people and the systems in which they work in order to improve safety and performance.

have you had a close call? write about an aviation incident or accident that you have been involved in (as long as it's not the subject of a current official investigation).

every time a plane crashes, the world takes notice. and so do the experts whose job it is to figure out what happened.

Hero Pilot:  Sully Sullenberger

information about the rules governing aviation safety and how they are enforced. any proposed changes to the rules/regulations and information about how they will be implemented.

how air traffic control works. air traffic control is used to manage the safe and orderly flow of aircraft into, out of, and across our airspace. the use of systems and processes to minimise the risk of collisions, while allowing the maximum number of aircraft to fly safely in our skies.

airport take-off and landing idiosyncrasies. not all runways are made equal and there are some that test the nerve of even the most experienced pilots - short runways, obstacles etc.

the skills and knowledge required to manage security procedures as pilot in command (PIC), in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards. includes assessing security and safety risks, carrying out surveillance of flight safety and security, and managing unlawful interference.

pilot career opportunities for qualified pilots, instructors, trainee pilots and cadet pilot applicants.