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Problematic Substance Use Testing
This Briefing Leaflet provides guidance on problematic substance use testing in aviation, outlining principles and best practices for the design
Flying with HIV
Advances in antiretroviral therapy have transformed HIV into a well‑managed chronic condition, yet significant regulatory and operational barriers persist for
Infographic: Annex 13 at a Glance
Delays, incomplete findings, or the absence of published accident investigation reports deprive the industry of critical safety insights. These insights
Human Performance Impacts of Civil Aviation Operations in Conflict Zones
Exceptional operations require exceptional safeguards. Conflict zone operations must continue to be treated as exceptional circumstances regardless of duration, as
Background Checks for Pilots
In view of the concerns expressed by a number of IFALPA’s Member Associations concerning the arbitrary and sometimes unclear methods
Endangerment of Flight Operationsby Protesters
An increasing number of protest actions have disrupted flight operations through breaches of airport perimeters and Security Restricted Areas, exposing
Cyber Threats
IFALPA and IFATCA have identified the possibility of a cyber-attack against an aircraft, ground facility, or other critical infrastructure to
Harmonized Implementation of the ICAO “4 Levels of Threat” System for Managing Unruly Passenger Events
Unruly passenger events continue to increase worldwide, posing risks to flight safety and security. ICAO’s “4 Levels of Threat” system
Incorrect QNH Selection
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Pilot Assistance Manual, Second Edition
The IFALPA Pilot Assistance Manual (Second Edition 2022) is intended to provide key information for Pilot Member Associations who wish
Long-Term Aspirational Goals for CO2 Reductions
The aviation industry has a record of achieving significant environmental improvements in the past decades. Since the beginning of the
Operational Opportunities to Reduce the Impact of Contrails
Growing scientific evidence indicates that contrails, and especially aircraft-induced cirrus, have a significant overall warming effect. Chemical and physical processes
New Runway in Hong Kong and its Approach Procedure
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Two-way Communications between the Flight Crew and the Operator and their Operations Centre
IFALPA believes that all commercial transport aircraft should be equipped with a dedicated, encrypted, and secure means of communication –
Streaming of Flight Data
IFALPA and ECA strongly support initiatives to improve search and rescue operations and the recovery of flight data recorders. However,
Mexico City International Airport (MMMX)
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