Types of Fire Extinguishers in Aviation
Understanding fire extinguisher limitations and requirements for aviation is crucial. Aircraft require specific extinguishers for different types of fires. Having the right extinguishers on board and in your hangar or airport helps you combat fires without corroding your aircraft's components if a fire does occur. Special [...]
Understanding Hydrostatic Pressure Testing and Re-testing
Safety is paramount in the aviation industry, whether it's practicing evacuation procedures or having working safety equipment on board. Airplanes carry specialized equipment to mitigate risks and assist passengers and crew members in emergencies, and these tools require routine service and maintenance to keep working. For example, fire [...]
Overwater Flight Safety for Corporate, Private and GA Pilots
Flying over water comes with unique risks that all pilots must be aware of. Large bodies of water make it necessary to prepare for emergency scenarios ahead of time, such as alternate routes or potential emergency landing sites. With the right preparation, you can be ready for anything [...]
What Pilots Should Know About Aircraft Oxygen Systems and Safe Oxygen Servicing
As a pilot, it's essential to have a firm awareness and comprehension of the aircraft oxygen system and proper aircraft oxygen servicing. This knowledge helps meet definitive aircraft regulatory requirements set out by bodies such as the FAA and promotes the safety of pilots and passengers. FAA regulations [...]
The Pivotal Role Effective Emergency Escape Slides Played in the Japanese Airline Crash
Disaster struck Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, shortly after the New Year as an airplane accident occurred in the early evening of January 2, 2024. An Airbus carrying 379 passengers and crew collided with a Coast Guard plane. The Japanese airline crash could have been a [...]
ACPC Conference 2024
Summer brings many events to look forward to. At HRD Aero Systems, Inc., the Air Carriers Purchasing Conference (ACPC) is one of our favorites. We're proudly cosponsoring ACPC 2024 alongside airline Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), scheduled for August 24 through 27 in Dallas, Texas. This [...]
Aircraft Service Issues and Why You Should Use an FAA-Approved Repair Station
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enforces safety standards and regulations to ensure aircraft are safe for flight. FAA-approved repair stations complete private and corporate aircraft maintenance thoroughly and in compliance with FAA standards. Each FAA-approved repair station has the authorization to perform specific repairs. For example, [...]
What You Need to Know About Maintaining a Private Jet
Maintaining a private jet is essential for safe operation, legal compliance and aircraft longevity. To keep your aircraft in top shape, it's important to understand necessary maintenance tasks, when to perform them and when to schedule expert inspections and service. Importance of Private Jet Maintenance Private [...]
What You Need to Know About AOG Services
Aircraft on ground (AOG) services help aircraft owners and operators return to flight schedules when a repair or mandatory inspection grounds an aircraft. AOG service providers conduct emergency inspections and aircraft repairs when an aircraft is unsafe for flight. A private or commercial owner or operator [...]
FAA Types of Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is an essential player in aviation safety. The Federal Aviation Act established the FAA in 1958 to regulate aviation and promote safety. The FAA has played a significant role in the history of aviation safety ever since, establishing air traffic rules, developing manufacturing standards and [...]