When To Do a Risk Assessment
It’s commonly accepted that flight departments should be doing a risk assessment for their flights. The only question for most operators is how often. For operators newer to risk assessments, they should consider doing them more frequently initially, to establish a baseline of what risks they commonly face and how often. This will make it […]
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Your Aviation Emergency Response Plan (ERP): Three Critical Items To Keep In Mind
It’s something you need but hope to never use: an aviation Emergency Response Plan (ERP). For any flight department, drone operator, or FBO, this is your “go-to” when an incident, accident, or emergency occurs. As you set up your ERP there are three things to keep in mind: basic structure, key elements of any emergency […]
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You Don’t Need An LOA For RNAV… Unless You Do!
Part 91 operators aren’t required to obtain a Letter of Authorization (LOA) for RNAV or GPS-based ILS procedures (also called RNP APCH). So why does the FAA offer such an LOA – what’s the point? Nimbl explains. In the US, RNAV procedures are commonplace. That’s because the FAA’s Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) – a […]
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Why You Need an Operations Manual
At the heart of your organization, an Operations Manual (OM) describes your operation and acts as the go to resource to ensure everyone on your team can operate safely and efficiently together. Known by a variety of names such as Flight, Company or General Operations Manual, a quality OM can improve everything from streamlining processes […]
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Why It’s Time You Get An Operations Manual And What Should Be In It
Editors note: This post was originally published on July 29th, 2019. It has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. What if there was a way for that contract pilot or a new hire to immediately understand how your company works and what its procedures are? This is where your Flight Operations Manual (FOM) comes in handy. Yet […]
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The Most Common Risks Operators Face Day to Day
Thousands of Risk Assessments are submitted to Nimbl every year. We’ve taken a look at the top 10 selected risk factors flight departments are facing and how to mitigate them. How do these compare to your top 10 factors and subsequent mitigations? How to Mitigate Risk Top 10 Selected Flight Risk Factors 10. Duty Day […]
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What is a safety performance indicator and why should you have them?
Safety Performance Indicators (or SPIs) – What are they? How do you define them? How do they help in the quest to improve safety? Discover the answers to these questions plus see examples of SPIs in our Practical Guide to SPIs. Defining a Safety Performance Indicator The International Civil Aviation Association (ICAO) defines an SPI as a “data-based […]
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MEL, MMEL, NEF: What are you required to have? [+ Free MEL Guide]
Are you required to have an MEL? Could your aircraft be grounded if you don’t have an NEF Program? MMELs, MELs, and NEFs (nonessential equipment and furnishing lists) allow you to operate even if some aircraft equipment and furnishings are inoperative. Knowing which you need though can be confusing. Did you know that the use […]
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LOAS: What They Are, Who They’re For, And How To Get Them
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on September 25th, 2017. It has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. You have probably heard about Letters of Authorization (LOA). But do you know what they are or if they apply to you? If you are a Part 91 operator, chances are you have heard about Letters […]
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How To Take To The Skies With The Right LOA [+ Free LOA Guide]
The LOA development and application process may seem daunting, especially when you’re doing it alone. With our free LOA Guide (Download Here), we provide an overview of what LOAs are, when you need them, and how straightforward the application process can be. Get Your LOA Guide. What is an FAA Letter of Authorization (LOA)? A […]
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How To Set Safety Goals
Goal setting is a great way to track performance and monitor achievements. It is also an effective way of improving your safety culture. But how do you get started? What exactly are these safety goals comprised of? And how do safety goals fit into a Safety Management System? Though there may not be any regulatory […]
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Flight Planning Codes Demystified [+ Free Guide]
A flight plan is a critical part of a flight and it is essential to ensure that it’s properly prepared. Unfortunately,mistakes are often made when completing them, due to lack of knowledge or confusion about regulations. It’s important to ensure your flight plans are going to ATC with the right codes to help you avoid […]
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