The forest fires that broke out in Greece in the past few days are nothing less than heart-breaking. The situation is distressing not only for the Greek people, for anyone who can bear a little compassion for others and possibly cares a fraction about nature. Watching the television images seeing households and entire villages in… Continue reading A DISASTER OF BIBLICAL PROPORTIONS
Author: Nikolas Koukos
WEATHER SHOULDN’T SPOIL YOUR TRIP
For aviation, weather is a constant that influences decisively the industry’s welfare. We only have to look some basic data and statistics to understand its serious impact on the efficiency of airport operations. Weather is the main cause for delays, a contributing factor for accidents and initiator of many operational problems. We have to understand… Continue reading WEATHER SHOULDN’T SPOIL YOUR TRIP
OUR LEARNING MISSION & VALUES
MISSION Use our vast expertise to produce the best aviation professionals through open access to unrivalled aviation training and learning programmes. VALUES Professionalism – Integrity – Quality WHY REGISTER WITH US FOR TRAINING AND LEARNING? A long tradition in training excellence and developing productive teams A commitment in supporting clients and providing quality of… Continue reading OUR LEARNING MISSION & VALUES
LIST OF COURSES & TRAINING
Airport Bureau Training We close the learning gaps OUR COURSES Airport Operations We cover a broad range of courses covering all operational disciplines including terminal, airside technical and aerodrome subjects. Refresher Training As aviation is gradually returning to normality, we can help your staff to regain operational confidence. Learning Models Our adaptability offers you flexible… Continue reading LIST OF COURSES & TRAINING
AVIATION POST-CRISIS EMPLOYMENT
All over the world is well documented that in the past year a vast number of people lost their positions. In comparison with other sectors and industries, aviation suffered mostly in terms of job losses. Airlines, airport operators, ground handling companies along with many other air-transport related businesses lost a major part of their workforce.… Continue reading AVIATION POST-CRISIS EMPLOYMENT
Latest News Stories
eVTOL aircraft emerging rapidly The development of eVTOL Electric Vertical Takeoff & Landing is happening rather swiftly. A number of well-established aerospace manufactures as well as newer companies have rushed to develop their own aircraft. Both industry giants Airbus and Boeing have been intensely involved in the development process. Large airlines have also committed themselves… Continue reading Latest News Stories
THE TRAVEL MASQUERADE
Travel and holidays have become a game-show nowadays. Governments and their sidekick organizations (we all know who these are) treat people like tennis balls in a dog-chase plot. Everyone is confused to say the least, except those who write the rules and who actually don’t know themselves what the rules mean. In my opinion, what… Continue reading THE TRAVEL MASQUERADE
Industry News Stories
ICAO to investigate seeming diversion The apparently diverted flight from Athens to Vilnius has certainly generated a degree of confusion and turbulence. Following Ryanair’s instructed landing, the air transport and travel sectors try to understand the repercussions for international flights over this region. As a result, the ICAO Council expressed strong concerns regarding this incident.… Continue reading Industry News Stories
Resume Operations
For obvious reasons, there is currently a great expectation in the aviation sector and the air travel business too, waiting any time the resumption of full operations. Having said that, I am trying to understand the general sensation among my colleagues, business partners, employees and the public. I must admit. It is not easy! I… Continue reading Resume Operations
Mental Health Awareness
This week between 10th – 16th May, is dedicated on Mental Health Awareness. Airport Bureau is supporting this campaign and will provide as required any necessary assistance to relevant groups and organizations. As in many other areas and settings, mental health problems are relatively common in the workplace. In fact, it is often the leading… Continue reading Mental Health Awareness
Industry News Stories
Climate-friendly approach by Munich Airport I read with great interest the airport’s press release on “green kerosene”. From next month, aircraft operating from Munich airport will be able to use this climate-friendly fuel. The company announced that Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) will be stored at the airport’s fuel farm. They also believe that the SAF… Continue reading Industry News Stories
Dealing with runway incursions
For the biggest part of aviation history, the industry has enjoyed an excellent safety record. In fact, as time passed, operational conditions improved and our awareness on accident and incident prevention heightened. Nonetheless, anticipating that traffic numbers – hopefully – will reinstate to pre-pandemic levels very soon; it makes good sense to remind ourselves about… Continue reading Dealing with runway incursions
Captain Nadhem AlHAMAD
Captain Nadhem AlHamad is the General Manager and accountable person of Alpha Aviation Academy, the UAE based academy, located at Sharjah International Airport. He is a keen advocate for learning with a craving for helping others to develop through training. I met with him to discuss his interests and to expand on the Academy’s profile… Continue reading Captain Nadhem AlHAMAD
‘EFFECTIVE AIRSIDE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL’
Congratulations to the group of participants who completed successfully the ‘Effective Airside Management Professional’ training workshop. The course organised by AIRPORT BUREAU in association with Kratis Training & Consulting Ltd and delivered over three working days in a virtual classroom setting. Delegates from diverse operational backgrounds included Electrical Engineers, Airfield Operations personnel and Airside Assistants.… Continue reading ‘EFFECTIVE AIRSIDE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL’
Managing Operational Hazards
The fact that hazards come together with airport and aircraft operations, is an open secret. However, as the eminent aviation pioneer and author Amelia Earhart once said: “To worry is to add another hazard”. Therefore, we have learned to live with risks in aviation. This goes for the public, authorities, operators and all those associated… Continue reading Managing Operational Hazards
Fiona Hough, Air Traffic Control Professional
Fiona Hough clearly is a dedicated professional with a distinct eagerness to help air transport to recover quickly. In the time that we have known each other, I realised that she is an articulate, precise and thoughtful individual, who cares about aviation. Her consideration for the industry’s future comes across very well in conversations around… Continue reading Fiona Hough, Air Traffic Control Professional
The plan can never fail!
“The emergencies you train for, almost never happen. It’s the one you can’t train for that kills you”. These words by American aviator and author Ernest K. Gann have always stimulated my interest in aviation safety. We can extract one meaning from his statement and for this; I can vouch from my own experience. ‘Be… Continue reading The plan can never fail!
Syed Ali Shahid (Duty Manager Airside)
Working as Duty Manager Airside, Ali Shahid has learned to keep up with operational challenges in a fast-paced aerodrome environment. His commitment and dedication for what he does becomes evident when you meet him and starts talking about his work. Ali works for Dubai Airports Company. He is well respected within the airport community and… Continue reading Syed Ali Shahid (Duty Manager Airside)
The ‘WFH’ phenomenon
Businesses and individuals find themselves in a – relatively – new reality now. ‘Working from home’, is the popular concept, which has been vividly in-place over the past year. However, is the phenomenon a blessing or an anathema? For both companies and individuals, there are certainly numerous flexible possibilities that come with this practice. Interestingly,… Continue reading The ‘WFH’ phenomenon
China’s global aviation rivalry
I wonder how long it will take China to become the world’s biggest aviation market. In addition, should we expect China soon to become the leader in air transport industry? In recent times, the country is marching rapidly towards global supremacy in many domains. My understanding is that firstly, China will establish regional hegemony and… Continue reading China’s global aviation rivalry