Welcome to the VyClimb blog, where we will share content covering safety, operations, business, leadership, and productivity, all through the lens of the aviation industry.
Being Pro is More Than Getting Paid
More than just being paid, professionalism is demonstrated through a combination of responsibility, competence, and an undeniable commitment to safety.
Networking Matters: Take Time to Refine
With Heli-Expo coming next week in Atlanta it is time to reflect on your approach to networking. In business (and your personal life) networking and building positive relationships are essential to success.
What Do the FAA and Formula One Have in Common?
Both have systems to reduce drag and increase speed to gain an advantage. Unlike F1 DRS which is limited to use only at certain times and locations, the FAA’s new DRS is free to use all the time.
Most Wanted List: Ripe for Change
The NTSB can only make recommendations and has no authority to require action. There is an average of 1,100 – 1,200 open recommendations and the Most Wanted List narrows their focus.
After the Accident: Do Not Do the Things on This List
We discuss some of the “do not’s” that we have learned from on-scene investigation experience. Previously we discussed some best practice “do’s” and now we turn to the other end of that list.
After the Accident: A List of Best Practice “Do’s” That Will Serve You Well
This next post in our series covering an operator’s perspective of accident investigations is a collection of things that “worked” when it came to on-scene best practices.
After the Accident: Why Bother and the Importance of Cooperation
Transparency and cooperation are critical. As an operator, you do not want to lose party status and sit on the sidelines watching the investigation take place without your input.
After the Accident: The Story Behind the Story
Through the course of the on-scene investigation and following months of interactions with the NTSB and FAA I shaped my approach to future accident investigations…
Thoughts from a Helicopter Accident Board Meeting
Watching today’s NTSB meeting about the helicopter crash that killed nine including Kobe Bryant sparked some thoughts on operations and safety…
Everyone Deserves Safety
While working with a client I was asked why there was so much emphasis on safety while flying but when the same people “went by ground” it felt like anything goes…
Why SOP’s Matter
You know having the whole team on the same page will make you safer and more efficient so why not give them the book with that page in it…
Mind the Gap
A formal SMS may be the Holy Grail for a safety program but just finding the gaps can stop you in your tracks…understanding the framework will help.
Your Next Accident
One of the signature questions that I like to ask my clients is, “what is your next accident or serious incident going to be caused by?” The answers may surprise you…
What does that mean?
While building the legal structure of my consultancy a challenge we faced was choosing a name but it ended up having an unintended consequence…
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