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    Companies that embrace AI can set themselves apart, attracting and retaining the ramp agents and other ground support personnel.
    Sept. 26, 2024
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    IATA Center of Excellence for Independent Validators certification involves a comprehensive assessment of an airline's operational processes, staff training programs and compliance...
    Aug. 19, 2024
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    IATA officials emphasize every supply chain stakeholder has a responsibility to do their part to safeguard the world's food supply.
    July 31, 2024
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    CEIV Pharma is designed to ensure that facilities, equipment, operations and personnel meet the standards, regulations and guidelines that pharmaceutical manufacturers require...
    July 25, 2024
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    Aircraft marshallers guide aircraft as they are taxiing, parking and sometimes during towing operations. Additional responsibilities given to marshallers include monitoring aircraft for abnormal operations, such as doors or panels left open and leaks.
    Ground handlers are responsible for the safe movement of aircraft on the ramp.
    May 14, 2024
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    Important advice for beginners and industry veterans tasked with moving aircraft at FBOs.
    May 8, 2024
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    Communication, equipment maintenance, adherence to procedures, a safety culture and technology can assist towing operations.
    May 7, 2024
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    At the top of the list of mistakes is skipping safety checks. Towing equipment needs to be checked to ensure safety.
    May 3, 2024
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    When it comes to towing procedures, fixed-base operators (FBOs) should adhere to industry best practices and standards to ensure safe and efficient ground handling operations....
    April 30, 2024
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    FBOs should ensure that their ground handling staff receive comprehensive training and certification to perform aircraft towing operations safely and efficiently.
    Pete Johnson of Aero Specialties advises take it one step at a time, prioritize safety and don't hesitate to seek assistance when needed.
    April 25, 2024
    Swissport
    Swissport officials believe both airports and airlines will benefit from having recognized minimum standards through EASA's proposed ground handling regulations.
    Aviation stakeholders in the European Union must prepare for the effects of EASA’s proposed ground handing regulations.
    March 11, 2024
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    EASA officials believe ground handling regulations should align as much as possible with existing standards, as this approach facilitates the future implementation of the requirements and recognizes the value of such standards
    With EASA's intention to publish ground handling regulations in the EU, other international standards like the ISAGO, IGOM, AHM and others will continue to have a place in the...
    March 8, 2024
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    To ensure security requirements are met, airport personnel IDs must be clearly visible.
    March 5, 2024
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    With EASA's proposed regulations, there will be new elements to prepare for in order for ground handlers to establish compliance.
    As EASA prepares to publish ground handling regulations, service providers should take steps now to be compliant when the recommended three-year transition period concludes.
    March 5, 2024
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    Acciona digitalized its resource allocation processes to achieve environmental benefits and personnel efficiencies.
    With environmental benefits and personnel efficiencies in mind, ground handler Acciona worked with INFORM to digitalize its resource allocation processes.
    Feb. 29, 2024
    Swissport
    EASA’s ground handling regulations will help establish a minimum set of standards that all ground handlers must achieve to address the standing regulatory vacuum.
    Expected to be published in late 2024 or early 2025, EASA has indicated its intention to implement regulations in the EU that will affect approximately 300,000 workers in the ...
    Feb. 28, 2024
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    After a spill, spill kit contents should be restocked, as needed.
    Training, situational awareness and a preventative safety culture are critical components to fueling operations.
    Feb. 13, 2024
    AEM
    Organizations are beginning to use wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) instead of heat index to make informed decisions about working conditions in hot climates.
    An evolution of heat index, WBGT measures temperature and humidity as well as wind speed, sunlight exposure, cloud cover and other factors to gauge heat factors for personnel....
    Feb. 5, 2024
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    Trainers play a key role in integrating culture and safety into the broader strategy of a company, a move that is crucial for long-term success.
    Jan. 19, 2024
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    On-time performance is a key metric used by airlines, airports and other members of the commercial aviation industry to determine punctuality and efficiency.
    Dec. 1, 2023
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    ICS2 is an EU-wide, integrated system for the pre-loading reporting of all import and transit air cargo and airmail shipments.
    The customs pre-arrival security and safety program assesses whether cargo complies with the safety and security requirements of the European Union.
    Sept. 19, 2023
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    After an incident of jet fuel contaminated with DEF earlier this year, NATA officials provide further guidance on eliminating the risk of misfueling.
    May 24, 2023
    Aviator Airport Alliance
    Learning Culture In An Organisation Key To Aviation Business Success
    Aviation is a fast-changing industry, deeply focused on safety and professionalism, thus continuous training is a must to ensure the quality of operations as well as employee ...
    Oct. 20, 2022
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    An SMS actively looks for safety issues in an FBO’s operations and services offered, considers safety objectives and identifies safety concerns.
    Sept. 20, 2022
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    In order to reduce the risk of injury, ground handlers wear various types of safety apparel, such as hi-vis clothing.
    April 26, 2022
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    The More You Know Aviator Shares Insights On Differences And Similarities Of Passenger Vs Cargo Flight Handling (2)
    At a glance, commercial air transport might seem to be a streamlined phenomenon with the purpose of providing transport services from one point to another. Although this is essentially...
    March 10, 2022
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    Ground handlers must ensure training systems are set up and resourced to deliver the required training to any new personnel.
    Although the demand for passenger flights has been reduced, it is essential to maintain well-trained employees to ensure safe ramp operations.
    Feb. 17, 2022
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    Aviator Airport Alliance Ensuring Safety In Wintertime
    Aviation is undeniably an exciting industry, yet people working in it know how challenging and precise the field is. One of the main areas always on everyone’s minds is safety...
    Jan. 25, 2022
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    Online learning has developed exponentially during the pandemic, which has proven beneficial in areas like Central and South America.
    Dec. 22, 2021
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    VR can help ground service providers streamline operations, improve capabilities and improve personnel training.
    Sept. 23, 2021