July - August 2005 - Vol 9 No 4

Complete issue - 11 Mb PDF document

Cover story

JAL 123: 520 Lost - It's 20 years since the world's worst single aircraft airliner accident.

What went wrong?

Slippery - Down the strip sideways.

Blackout - Saved by the Sabre.

Mix up - Wrong tank selection.

The right stuff

High achiever - Award winner.

Flying Ops

GPS for dummies - Tips and techniques.

Wrong way - TCAS interpretation.

Runway incursions - A worrying trend.

Sleep hygiene - Healthy habits.

Cabin Crew

Evacuate - Speed saves.

Airworthiness

Bolt from the blue - Lightning strikes.

Channel squeeze - Radio requirements.

Also:

ADs & AACs

Leading edge

Down by satellite - GPS landing systems.

Safety Rules

This issue's safety rules information includes:

• Ground warning systems mandated
• AOC fleet additions streamlined
• Apply now for your photo licence

ATSB supplement

Australian Transport Safety Bureau

• TCAS advisory
• Aerial campaign management
• Safety briefs

Regulars

Readback - Flak and flattery.
Flight notes - Aviation safety news.
Short Final - Reflections on the state of aviation.