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An Action Slip on the Runway

An Action Slip on the Runway

A 777 copilot did not know why he unintentionally retarded the thrust levels during the takeoff roll at London Gatwick Airport.
Uncorrected Faults

Uncorrected Faults

A loss of cabin pressure led to a crash that destroyed the Citation and killed all four occupants.
80 Years of Aviation Safety

80 Years of Aviation Safety

Through CRM and TEM, communication has been key to safety improvements.
‘Hotspot’ Review

‘Hotspot’ Review

In the aftermath of a January midair collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, the FAA has identified separation issues at another major airport.
Lightning and a Hard, Bounced Landing

Lightning and a Hard, Bounced Landing

Investigators cited the captain’s ‘uncoordinated control inputs’ after a lightning strike as the cause of a Sukhoi Superjet 100’s fatal crash in Moscow.
Foundation to Honor Former Astronaut and Space Shuttle Commander Charlie Precourt at BASS 2025

Foundation to Honor Former Astronaut and Space Shuttle Commander Charlie Precourt at BASS 2025

Charlie Precourt to be recognized with Business Aviation Meritorious Service Award.
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Dr. Hassan Shahidi

President and CEO, Headquarters

1920 Ballenger Ave., 4th Floor

Tzvetomir Blajev
Director, Europe and Global Operational Safety, European Regional Office

Rue de la Fuseé, 96, B-1130 Brussels

David Anderson

Managing Director, BARS Program Office

Level 16, 356 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia

Mitchell Fox

Director, Asia Pacific Centre for Aviation Safety

60 Airport Boulevard, Changi Airport Terminal 2, Unit #B1/63-64, Singapore 819643

Board of Governors — Officers

Bobbi Wells

Chair

Dr. Hassan Shahidi

President and CEO

Kenneth P. Quinn, Esq

Esq., General Counsel and Secretary

John R. Watret, Ph.D

Ph.D., Treasurer

Staff

Henry Gourdji

Director, Safety Strategy and Policy

Frank Jackman

Director, Communications and Research

Deborah Kirkman

Director, Advanced Aviation Systems

Mark Millam

Director, Technical Programs and Events

Harro Ranter

Director, Aviation Safety Network

Founders

Jerry Lederer

Gloria Heath

Richard Crane

David Morrison

OUR PROJECTS

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Path to Wellness: Charting a Course for Mental Health in Aviation

NEW WHITE PAPER! Throughout Path to Wellness: Charting a Course for Mental Health in Aviation, the Foundation underscores the importance of addressing the stigma associated with mental health issues. Through a detailed examination of case studies, the Foundation illustrates the consequences of neglecting mental health and the need for continuous support, rigorous screening, and a culture that encourages openness and assistance-seeking.  

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