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The Impact of Winter Storm on Flight Operations

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          In February this year, a heavy snowstorm made its way across the US, resulting in the cancellation of an astounding thousands flights, leaving travelers stranded and airports in chaos. The Northern US is known for its unpredictable weather patterns; this snowstorm was no exception. These unexpected weather conditions pose a severe challenge for airlines, pilots, and passengers alike.           The cancellation of flights showcases the severity of the situation. It affects the passengers who have to reschedule or cancel their plans and impacts the airlines' operations and revenue. Canceling flights during severe weather conditions is primarily driven by passenger safety. Snowstorms can lead to reduced visibility, icy runways, and challenging takeoff and landing conditions. By prioritizing safety, airlines mitigate the risk of accidents and potential harm to passengers and crew. I mplications of the Event    ...
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The Role of TSA in Combating Threat

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      Before 9/11, air travel was generally less strict in terms of security. Passengers could arrive at the airport closer to their flight time, and security checks were less extensive. There was no need to remove shoes or limit liquids in carry-on bags. The events of 9/11 prompted a significant overhaul of airport security protocols globally, leading to the introduction of layers of security measurement.          One of the primary layers of security is the screening of passengers and their carry-on luggage. Advanced imaging technology scanners and thorough manual inspections detect concealed explosives or dangerous weapons. Also, explosive trace detection technology is used to identify minute traces of explosive materials on passengers or their belongings. By implementing stringent screening procedures, the TSA aims to prevent the boarding of individuals carrying potential threats.          Another layer of securit...
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Ethics In Aviation

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In the aviation industry all the process of maintenance are very important, it doesn’t matter if the maintenance task is easy or hard, if one person from the maintenance department failed to follow the procedure or cutting corners during performing maintenance, it could result in injury, long term health hazards, or death to the pilot, fellow maintainers, and civilians. For example, the crash of Cessna 172 from Venice, Florida on September 20 this year, According to General Aviation News “The FAA inspector who investigated the crash found that the connecting hardware for the linkage between the fuel injector servo and the throttle cable was missing. The missing bolt, washer, and nut were subsequently found loose inside the engine cowling.”, “Maintenance personnel’s failure to use the correct throttle linkage hardware and resulting in a disconnection of throttle during flight.” To Sum up everything that has been stated so far, the manual is created for a reason for maintainers to follow...
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