Flying Into and Over Conflict Zones

As the war in Ukraine continues, the Federation is receiving worrying reports of military and non-military projectiles crossing FIRs adjacent to Ukrainian airspace.  The latest event involved a UAS-type projectile crashing in the outskirts of Zagreb on 12 March, after...

GNSS Interference on Aircraft

Abstract GNSS signal interference (whether intentional or unintentional) can occur at any time, with or without prior notice. Flight Crews should be aware of the potential risk and plan for alternative procedures as necessary....

COVID-19 Guidance for Crews

Abstract At all times, crews should follow the advice of their health authorities and operators.   This updated Safety Bulletin provides general advice about COVID-19 as understood at the date of publication. It provides recommendations for crews for before the...

Commercial Space Operations

Abstract IFALPA believes that whether an industry is emerging or well established, it should comply with the development of safety risk mitigations that would limit the impact to users. Freedom of navigation and equality of use must be maintained....

Positive Safety Culture

Abstract A genuine positive safety culture, including the associated non-punitive safety reporting and data collection systems, along with unbiased safety investigations, is an essential component of a Safety Management System. It values the philosophy that errors,...

Kabul FIR Updated Information

Abstract UPDATE: PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE SAFETY BULLETIN FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Note: This Safety Bulletin represents a rapidly changing situation, updates may be published quickly. The version will be indicated in the numbering of the paper.  ...

Kabul FIR Updated Information

Note: This Safety Bulletin (originally published 17 August 2021) represents a rapidly changing situation, updates may be published quickly. This information was received via the Kabul FIR Contingency Coordination Team (CCT)....

Kabul FIR Updated Information

Abstract UPDATE: PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE SAFETY BULLETIN FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Note: This Safety Bulletin represents a rapidly changing situation, updates may be published quickly. The version will be indicated in the numbering of the paper....