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Rodrigues, Clarence and Cusick, Stephen. Commercial Aviation Safety 5/E. US: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2011.

Commercial Aviation Safety 5/E

Authors: Clarence Rodrigues and Stephen Cusick

Published:  August 2011

eISBN: 9780071763066 0071763066 | ISBN: 9780071763059
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  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Chapter One. The Regulatory Framework
  • Learning Objectives
  • The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
  • Overview
  • Background
  • Chronology of Key ICAO Developments
  • The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Overview
  • Background
  • Chronology of Major FAA Regulations
  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Overview
  • Background
  • Chronology of Major Environmental Laws Affecting Aviation Operations
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • Overview
  • Background
  • Chronology of Major OSHA Standards Affecting Aviation Operations
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Two. Regulatory Organization and Rulemaking
  • Learning Objectives
  • ICAO Organization and Rulemaking
  • ICAO Organization
  • ICAO Rulemaking
  • FAA Organization and Rulemaking
  • FAA Organization
  • Headquarters Offices
  • FAA Rulemaking
  • OSHA Organization Structure and Rulemaking
  • OSHA Organization
  • OSHA Rulemaking
  • EPA Organization Structure and Rulemaking
  • EPA Organization
  • EPA Rulemaking
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Three. The National Transportation Safety Board
  • Learning Objectives
  • International Accident Investigation
  • Overview
  • ICAO'S Role
  • Regional And National Authorities
  • Recent International Investigation
  • National Transportation Safety Board
  • NTSB Organization
  • Accident Investigation Process
  • Party Process
  • The Go-Team
  • Accident Site
  • Laboratory
  • Accident Report Preparation
  • Public Hearing
  • Final Accident Report
  • Safety Recommendations
  • Investigating a General-Aviation Accident
  • Family Assistance and the Transportation Disaster Assistance Office
  • FAA Responsibilities During an Investigation
  • NTSB Accident Databases
  • NTSB Most Wanted Aviation Safety Improvements
  • NTSB Seven Most Wanted List Items (June 2011)
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Four. Recording and Reporting of Safety Data
  • Learning Objectives
  • Accidents
  • Incidents
  • Establishing a Culture of Safety Reporting
  • Incident Reporting Systems
  • Mandatory Incident Reporting Systems
  • Voluntary Incident Reporting Systems
  • Aviation Recording and Reporting Systems
  • Federal Aviation Administration Reporting Systems
  • The Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing System (ASIAS) (www.asias.faa.gove)
  • Industry Voluntary Safety Reporting Initiatives
  • NTSB Accident/Incident Reporting System
  • Department of Transportation Reporting System
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration Reporting System
  • Automatic Recording Systems
  • ICAO International Reporting Systems
  • General Industry (OSHA) Recording and Reporting Systems
  • Applicability
  • OSHA Form 300–Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses
  • OSHA Form 301–Injury and Illness Incident Report
  • OSHA Form 300A–Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses
  • Open Government Initiative (Transparency in Government)
  • Environmental (EPA) Recording and Reporting
  • CERCLA Reporting Requirements
  • EPCRA Reporting Requirements
  • RCRA Subtitle I (Underground Storage Tanks)
  • Other Reporting Requirements
  • Control of Air Pollution from Aircraft and Aircraft Engines
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Five. Review of Safety Statistics
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Aviation Accident Statistics
  • Manufacturers' Involvement with Safety Data
  • Boeing's Accident Statistical Summary
  • United States and International Accident Statistics
  • Looking Forward—2011 and Beyond
  • Occupational Accident Statistics—Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (www.bls.gov/Iif/)
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Six. Accident Causation Models
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Reason's "Swiss Cheese" Model
  • The SHELL Model
  • The 5-M Model
  • Modern Commercial Avionics Equipment
  • Man
  • Machine
  • Medium
  • Mission
  • Management
  • Conclusion
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Chapter Seven. Human Factors in Aviation Safety
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Human Factors
  • Human Performance
  • The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) (www.hfacs.com)
  • Management of Human Error
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM)
  • Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA)
  • Threat and Error Management (TEM)
  • Control Strategies to Manage Threats and Errors
  • Airbus and Boeing Design Strategies
  • Cockpit Standardization
  • Cockpit Automation and Precision Navigation
  • Communication Issues
  • Professionalism in Aviation
  • Sterile Cockpit Rule (FAR 121.542)
  • Conclusion
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Chapter Eight. Air Traffic Safety Systems
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Major Milestones of ATC History
  • Basic Components of the ATC System
  • Airspace Classification
  • Air Traffic Control Services
  • Area Navigation (RNAV) Equipment
  • GPS Enhancements
  • Advantages of Satellite-Based Navigation
  • Weather Automation Systems
  • Operational Planning Improvements
  • Automated Flight Service Stations (AFSSs)
  • Airport Surface Detection Equipment, Model X (ASDE-X)
  • Departures and Arrivals
  • En Route and Oceanic Operations
  • The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) (www.faa.gov/)
  • NextGen Transformational Programs
  • NextGen Implementation Challenges
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Chapter Nine. Aircraft Safety Systems
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Jet Engine Development
  • Recent Developments in Jet Engine Design
  • Long-Range Commercial Jet Transport Era
  • High-Lift Systems
  • Stopping Systems
  • Flying Qualities
  • Structural Integrity
  • Cabin Safety
  • Safety Design for Atmospheric Conditions
  • Turbulence
  • Wind Shear
  • Volcanic Ash
  • Ice and Precipitation
  • Flight Deck Human–Machine Interface
  • Early Cockpit Development
  • Flight Deck—757/767 and B-747-400
  • New Cockpit Enhancements
  • Crew Alerting Systems
  • Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System
  • Flight Management System
  • Multiple Flight Control Computers
  • Central Maintenance Computer System
  • Flight Procedures—Takeoff, Approach, and Landing
  • Takeoff
  • Approach and Landing
  • Modeling, Design, and Testing Tools
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Wind Tunnel
  • Flight Simulation
  • Structural Tests
  • Flight Test
  • Accident/Incident Investigation
  • Future Aircraft Technologies
  • Weather Detection
  • Communication and Navigation Systems
  • Displays
  • Head-Up Displays (HUDs)
  • Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs)
  • Next Generation Flight Operations
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Ten. Airport Safety
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Airport Certification
  • Airport Certification Classes
  • Airport Certification Manual
  • Airport Inspection and Compliance with FAR Part 139
  • Operational Safety
  • Airport Terminal Buildings
  • Hangars and Maintenance Shops
  • Ramp Operations
  • Specialized Services
  • Runway Incursions
  • Background
  • Definitions
  • Airport Surface Environment
  • Control Strategies and Future Initiatives
  • Conclusions
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Eleven. Aviation Security
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • Review of Attacks on Civil Aviation
  • The Regulatory Movement
  • International Response to Terrorism
  • Evolution of Aviation Security in the United States
  • The 9/11 Commission (www.9-11commission.gov)
  • Transportation Security Administration
  • Role of Intelligence
  • National Counterterrorism Center
  • Department of Homeland Security (www.dhs.gov)
  • Review of Security Technologies
  • Imaging Technologies
  • Explosive Trace Detection Technology
  • Explosive Detection Systems (EDSs)
  • Metal Detectors
  • Biometrics and Future Checkpoint Systems
  • Strengthening Aircraft and Baggage Containers
  • Cockpit Door Reinforcement
  • Conclusions
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Twelve. Airline Safety
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • International Development of Airline SMS
  • The ICAO SMS Framework of Safety Components and Program Elements—The Four Pillars
  • Safety Policy and Objectives
  • Safety Risk Management
  • Safety Assurance
  • Safety Promotion
  • Development of Airline SMS in the United States
  • Status of FAA SMS Rulemaking
  • Accident Investigation and Auditing
  • Accident Investigation
  • Auditing—A Tool of Safety Assurance
  • Communications
  • Safety, Maintenance, and Flight Communication
  • FAA, NTSB, and Flightcrew Communication
  • Safety Trend Evaluation, Analysis and Data Exchange System (STEADES)
  • Communication Media
  • Training
  • Role of Alpa in Airline Safety
  • ALPA Safety Structure
  • Accident Investigation
  • ALPA Safety Management Systems Policy
  • Flight Safety Foundation
  • SMS Infrastructure at a Major U.S. Airline
  • The Phased SMS Implementation Process
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Web References
  • Chapter Thirteen. Aviation Safety Management Systems
  • Learning Objectives
  • Introduction
  • The Evolution of Sms Principles
  • The Fundamental Components of SMS—The Four Pillars
  • Safety Risk Management Explained
  • Hazard or Risk
  • Control Strategies
  • Safety Assurance Explained
  • Performance Monitoring and Measurement
  • Management of Change—New Hazards to Consider
  • Continuous Improvement—Getting Better Through the SMS Process
  • The Future of SMS in Aviation
  • Key Terms
  • Review Questions
  • References
  • Index