Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 FSDO Support of Kentucky Airports Presented to: Kentucky Aviation Association By: Matthew Galica, FAA, ASI Date: September 5, 2013
Louisville Flight Standards District Office Address: 10200 Forest Green Blvd. Suite 310 Louisville, KY 40223 Phone: (502) 753-4200 Fax: (502) 753-4232 Web: www.faa.gov/about/office_org/field_offices/fsdo/lou/ September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 2
Louisville FSDO Service Area The Louisville FSDO s area of responsibility covers all of Kentucky with the exception of Boone, Kenton, and Campbell Counties. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 3
Louisville FSDO Office Manager Steve Rogers (502) 753-4202 steven.j.rogers@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 4
Louisville FSDO Front Line Manager Operations Mike Shaw (502) 753-4206 raymondm.shaw@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 5
Louisville FSDO Front Line Manager Maintenance John Cox (502) 753-4208 john.w.cox@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 6
Aviation Safety Inspectors Operations Administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the operation of aircraft. Examine airmen for initial certification and continuing competence. Evaluate airmen training programs, equipment, and facilities. Oversight of air carriers and similar commercial aviation operations. Oversight of aviation events, airshows, balloon competitions, and parachute demonstrations. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 7
Aviation Safety Inspectors Airworthiness Maintenance & Avionics Specializations Administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the airworthiness and maintenance of aircraft and related equipment. Evaluate mechanics and repair facilities for initial certification and continuing adequacy. Evaluate training programs for mechanics. Inspect aircraft and related equipment for airworthiness. Evaluate the maintenance aspects of air carriers and similar commercial operations. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 8
Aviation Safety Inspectors All ASIs: Investigate Aircraft Accidents. Investigate Incidents, Occurrences, and Public Complaints. Conduct Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement Investigations. Support the aviation community and the public, by providing regulatory and policy information upon request. Promote Aviation Safety. Promote Aviation as an Industry. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 9
Louisville FSDO Operations Inspectors Shannon Bengeyfield (502) 753-4293 shannon.bengeyfield@faa.gov Wayne Cummings (502) 753-4299 wayne.cummings@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 10
Louisville FSDO Operations Inspectors Matt Galica (502) 753-4233 matthew.j.galica@faa.gov Randy Sizemore (502) 753-4242 randall.d.sizemore@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 11
Louisville FSDO Maintenance Inspectors Chuck Holsclaw (502) 753-4214 chuck.holsclaw@faa.gov Porter Mayberry (502) 753-4266 porter.mayberry@faa.gov Fred Seals (502) 753-4219 fred.c.seals@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 12
Louisville FSDO Avionics Inspectors Sil Mumfrey Sid Villines (502) 498-1624 (502) 498-1622 silvestro.mumfrey@faa.gov sidney.w.villines@faa.gov September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 13
ASIs At Your Airport? Aircraft Accidents. Aviation Events. Educational, and Outreach Programs. Routine Surveillance Activities. Investigations of Public Complaints. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 14
Aircraft Accidents The NTSB reports that 1539 U.S. Civil Aviation Accidents occurred in 2012. That s an accident every 5.7 hours! 2012 Aviation Statistics September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 15
Aircraft Accidents Are unexpected! They can occur at your airport! Don t wait for an accident to occur, to think about what you will need to do! Be Prepared!! September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 16
Accident at Your Airport! Call 911 or Follow Your Airport Emergency Plan. First responders will coordinate with the FAA Regional Operation Center. ROC notifies FSDO, NTSB, & Air Traffic offices as required. If your airport does not have an airport emergency plan, consider developing one. Reference AC 150/5200-31C for guidance. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 17
Accident Investigation ASIs from the Louisville FSDO respond to all aviation accidents within our district. Depending on the scope of the accident there may also be investigators from: The FAA Office of Accident Investigation and Prevention. The National Transportation Safety Board. Aircraft & Engine Manufactures. Company Safety Personnel. Other Parties (with justifiable interest.) September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 18
FSDO Role in Accident Investigation ASIs gather, record, and evaluate the facts, conditions, and circumstances leading up to an accident. This data is used by the FAA to determine the actions required to prevent similar accidents. This data is used to determine the adequacy of the FAA s areas of responsibility. This data is shared with the NTSB. The NTSB is responsible for the determination of the accident s probable cause. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 19
FAA Areas of Responsibility The FAA s nine responsibilities in accident investigations are to determine whether: (1) Performance of FAA facilities or functions was a factor. (2) Performance of non-faa owned and operated air traffic control (ATC) facilities or a navigational aid was a factor. (3) Airworthiness of FAA-certificated aircraft was a factor. (4) Competency of FAA-certificated airmen, air agencies, commercial operators, or air carriers was involved. (5) Regulations were adequate. (6) Airport certification safety standards or operations were involved. (7) Airport security standards or operations were involved. (8) Airman medical qualifications were involved. (9) There was a violation of Regulations. FAA Order 8020.11C September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 20
First Responders Are first responders in your area familiar with: Gaining access to the airport? Aircraft doors, windows, and hatches? Passenger restraint systems? Timely and appropriate response is often the difference between a fatal and non-fatal accident. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 21
Non-Fatal Accident! First responders were on site in less then 7 minutes. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 22
First Responder Concerns Hazardous Materials, Fluids, Compressed Gasses, and Composites. Basic Aircraft Systems. Ballistic Recovery Systems. Airport Operations. Accident Site Security. First Responder Safety. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 23
First Responder Safety What s wrong with this picture? What can we do to help? September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 24
First Responder Training Invite first responders to your airport. Show & Tell all airport access points. Have local pilots demonstrate the use of doors and harnesses in their aircraft. The Louisville FSDO offers training to any first responder units in this district upon request. Contact John Cox at (502) 753-4208 and or john.w.cox@faa.gov for information. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 25
Aviation Events September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 26
Aviation Events Early Planning is Essential! Reference Materials International Counsel of Air Shows FAA National Airshow Program FAA Order 8900.1, Vol.3,Ch6,Sec1 AC 91-45C Waivers: Aviation Events FAA Form 7711-2 DD Form 2535 If you are considering an aviation event, call the FSDO to begin the process. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 27
Education & Outreach Programs The Louisville FSDO embraces the concept that aviation safety is improved by education. Annual Designated Pilot Examiner Seminar. Annual A&P-IA Seminar for Mechanics. First Responder Training. Customized presentations. Request FSDO support for your meetings and events. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 28
Groups & Programs Supported by the Louisville FSDO Kentucky Aviation Association FAASTeam Kentucky Institute for Aviation Education Balloon Society of Kentucky Civil Air Patrol AOPA, EAA, OBAP, & BSA Aviation Safety Seminars Flying Clubs September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 29
Public Complaints ASIs are required to investigate complaints. Some are erroneous. Most are valid. Not everyone likes airplanes!! Airport Neighborhood Watch? September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 30
Airport Neighborhood Watch Counsel or Report Unqualified Pilots Unairworthy Aircraft Unsafe Activity Criminal Activity Prevent Accidents. Save Lives. Improve Aviation Safety. Protect Your Airport. September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 31
Summary FSDO s are a resource for the Airports, Air Operators, Aviators, and Mechanics in their districts. Collaboration is essential for aviation safety, security, and prosperity. Don t hesitate to ask for support! Questions? September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 32
Thank You!! September 5, 2013 Kentucky Aviation Conference 2013 33