The article explores the paradoxes of automation in the context of military aviation, highlighting the risks and benefits of technological integration versus human capabilities.
This highlights the importance of training and collaboration between operators and technical innovations in ensuring flight safety under all conditions.
Ten. Col. Gian Luca Greco
The Aeronautica Militare's SV 2024 Statistical Report highlights a methodological expansion with the integration of ATM (Air Traffic Management) events, offering a more comprehensive view of flight safety.
The main risk factors remain Human and Technical, with FOD and bird strikes still being relevant. Strengthening data analysis, training, and safety culture is fundamental for progressing towards predictive safety strategies.
Ten. Col. Massimo Casa
The article addresses the issue of operational fatigue, defined as a subjective state that impairs physical and cognitive capabilities, and proposes an objective approach to measure it.
Through specific indicators and analytical tools, the objective is to support decision-makers in proactive and reactive prevention, thereby improving safety and operational efficiency.
The tool allows for work management and trend identification for timely intervention.
Colonel Marco Mastroberti
The high summer temperatures increase the risks for crews and maintenance personnel, causing heat stress, reduced performance and operational hazards.
Accurate planning, hydration, and synergy between departments are essential to mitigate such risks.
Editorial Office SV Magazine
This article analyses the flight incident involving a US B1-B aircraft that veered off the runway and caught fire after a heavy landing.
Ten. Col. Massimo Paradisi
This is the usual column in which flight or ground inconveniences are briefly described, and from them, useful recommendations are drawn to prevent similar events from happening again.
2nd Investigative Office“
These two pages contain brief episodes relating to flight inconveniences or incidents to make personnel reflect on mistakes to be avoided.
2nd Investigative Office“
The article highlights the importance of vehicles for Flight Safety in ensuring timely and effective interventions in airport emergencies.
The provision of adequate vehicles, such as Jeep Wranglers, supports SV officers with advanced tools, reliability, and multi-functionality, contributing to more efficient airport security.
Ten. Col. Dimitri Giraud
In this section, we report some of the most significant news concerning the world of aviation safety and the work of the Flight Safety Inspectorate and the Higher Institute for Flight Safety.
Editorial Office SV Magazine
In this output, attached, the Eagle game, an adaptation of the classic game of goose with an SV theme.
Nel mondo aeronautico, il silenzio non è mai sinonimo di perfezione; è, al contrario,
il sintomo di una “rete di ascolto” che si sta indebolendo.
Il quadro emerso dalle statistiche evidenzia una sfida cruciale: a fronte di un’attività
operativa incessante, il numero dei riporti degli inconvenienti di volo, soprattutto quelli causati dal fattore umano, vive una fase di stasi preoccupante.
Col. Massimo Paradisi
In questo articolo si analizza il “get-home-itis”, cioè la spinta emotiva di voler arrivare a destinazione a tutti i costi, anche ignorando rischi e procedure, inducendo a perseverare su quel piano nonostante si abbiano informazioni contrarie.
L’autore ci fornisce un decalogo di prevenzione.
Col. Massimo Paradisi
Le autrici spiegano come i Controlli Non Distruttivi, efficaci e affidabili, permettono di verificare l’integrità dei materiali senza danneggiarli, migliorando sicurezza e qualità.
Essi sono fondamentali in aeronautica per la manutenzione, la progettazione e l’investigazione post-incidente.
Nell’articolo viene illustrato come le varie tecniche, classiche e avanzate aiutino a rilevare difetti critici e prevenire guasti strutturali.
Cap. Alessia Barbieri – Ten. Flaminia Di Pietri
This is the usual column in which flight or ground inconveniences are briefly described, and from them, useful recommendations are drawn to prevent similar events from happening again.
2nd Investigations Office
These two pages contain brief episodes relating to flight inconveniences or incidents to make personnel reflect on mistakes to be avoided.
2nd Investigations Office
Segnando un cambio di paradigma, l’ISV ha avviato un percorso innovativo con l’uso dei droni presso il Centro di Eccellenza APR di Amendola.
Gli APR saranno impiegati per prevenzione incidenti, contrasto al birdstrike e investigazioni post-crash, aumentando tempestività e precisione delle operazioni.
Ten. Col. Daniele Piperno
In quest’articolo il racconto dell’esercitazione congiunta italo‑americana di sopravvivenza in acqua che ha coinvolto Tornado, F‑35A, HH-139 e UH-60.
L’attività, basata su direttive ufficiali, ha previsto briefing teorici e prove pratiche di ammaraggio, nuoto, utilizzo di equipaggiamenti e recupero con elicottero.
La sinergia tra reparti italiani, statunitensi e istituzioni civili ha rafforzato competenze, interoperabilità e cultura della Sicurezza Volo.
Ten. Col. Marco Zoppitelli / Lgt. Roberto Fiani
During an IFR flight, an error in the transcription of the QNH caused the VC-180A to fly lower than the planned profile.
The crew perceived an anomalous altitude and correctly discontinued the approach before the minimum, subsequently discovering the altimeter error.
Major Antonio Terrone
The 1st Flight Safety Workshop on safety in firefighting operations presented the “Lifesaving Rules” for low-altitude VFR flight.
Committing to continuing the dialogue between operators is fundamental for strengthening the culture of Flight Safety.
Ten. Col. Luca Luini
In this section, we report some of the most significant news concerning the world of aviation safety and the work of the Flight Safety Inspectorate and the Higher Institute for Flight Safety.
Editorial Office SV Magazine
In questa uscita la “Matrice di Controllo in un Crash Site” con la disamina dei pericoli e le relative misure di sicurezza da intraprendere.
This issue of the Journal opens with the editorial a firma del Capo Redattore della Rivista SV Col. Massimo Paradisi.
So, the rest of the Journal is structured into six articles:
il primo riguarda il rischio derivante dalla “get-home-itis” e le strategie di mitigazione;
il secondo riguarda l’efficacia dei Controlli Non Distruttivi nelle investigazioni sugli incidenti di volo;
il terzo riguarda l’impiego strategico dei droni per il rilevamento del FOD, la funzione di “scarecrow” e la mappatura dei crash site;
nel quarto articolo troviamo una rassegna di inconvenienti di volo con breve disamina e raccomandazioni di sicurezza;
il quinto consiste nella consueta rubrica Risk Fighting, contenente segnalazioni di inconvenienti di volo, manutenzione e ATM, senza analisi approfondita;
In the latest article, we find a “Well done!” del 6° Stormo relativo a un’esercitazione congiunta per il recupero di equipaggi a mare.
The number finally concludes with the usual “News from the Editorial Team”.
L’inserto allegato contiene una “Matrice di Controllo per interventi su Crash Site”.
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