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Flight Safety Foundation provides a forum where air carriers, manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance organizations, aviation regulatory agencies and flight crewmembers share information, ideas and best practices for safety.

In the safety realm, there are no competitors. Flight Safety Foundation is impartial, nonprofit, global — a driving force for major initiatives toward progress.

This site is made possible by the more than 1,170 individuals and organizations in
142 countries that are members of Flight Safety Foundation.

Registration has now open for the 62nd annual International Air Safety Seminar 2009

Network and exchange knowledge with industry leaders from airlines, corporate flight departments, manufacturers, civil aviation authorities, educational institutions and others. Last year more than 300 decision makers from 59 countries attended IASS. This year’s seminar will be held November 2–5, 2009 at the Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel in Bejing, China.

For more information and to register click here.

Roadmap for HEMS Risk Management Released by Foundation

On April 20, 2009, Flight Safety Foundation released a groundbreaking assessment that provides a comprehensive look at the risks facing the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) industry. The Industry Risk Profile (IRP), developed by Aerosafe Risk Management, also provides a roadmap outlining proactive steps that the industry and regulators can follow in order to mitigate these risks.

To read the entire report click here.

Nigeria’s Air Safety Upgrade

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has been established as an independent safety regulator, insulated against political interference. An Accident Investigation Bureau now acts as an autonomous agency complying with ICAO Annex 13. Ratification of the Cape Town Convention has given investors confidence in Nigerian airlines, so that carriers can replace aging fleets with new airplanes and types. ATC coverage for all the country’s airspace will soon be available, and NCAA is gearing up for flight with required navigation performance and satellite navigation aids. Much work remains, especially in airport improvement, but Nigeria’s turnaround is under way. Find that story and much more in the May AeroSafety World. Click and you’re there!

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The hard copy of the May 2009 AeroSafety World magazine has been mailed to Foundation members. FSF members can purchase additional printed copies for US$35 each; the price for nonmembers is $50.

For more information on how to purchase single copies of the magazine and how you can join Flight Safety Foundation at a special individual-membership rate of $310 per year click here.