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The Tiger That Mauled Itself

In aviation circles, the Grumman F-11 Tiger is known as a capable carrier-based fighter aircraft, the second operational jet in US Navy service that could fly faster than the speed of sound. In popular culture, it is better known as one of the first types flown by the Blue Angels and, most regrettably, it can also claim the title as the first fighter jet that managed to shoot itself down.

Workplace Safety v System Safety

It is a common misconception that workplace safety and system safety have the same objectives. In short, wrong. With few exceptions, mixing up workplace and system safety management is not only counterproductive, it can also lead to serious consequences.

GA Tech Aerospace Engineering Program

I have just returned from a visit to the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta, GA. I was fortunate enough to have been invited by distinguished faculty of the Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering (AE School) to hold some introductory lectures.

Flying on a MAX8 for the 1st time

My recent trip to the States and back involved connections in Auckland (NZ) and Houston (TX). This time I flew United on the Houston-Atlanta sectors. Outbound it was a good old B737NG workhorse, but the real surprise came when I learnt that I have to fly on a B737 MAX8 on my way back home.