Safety Updates
Welcome to our Safety Updates. Through sharing knowledge and best practices we aim to keep flying safe at E-Flight Academy. If you have safety information to share, email scmm@eflight.nl.
-
Runway Approach Deviation — When 26 Isn't 08
Crew entered RWY26 circuit while RWY08 was active. Watch for confirmation bias on long flying days. -
Updated flight preparation checklist available
New checklist covers weather, NOTAMs, route planning, and essential pre-flight items. Available at campus and online. -
AirProx downwind EHTE — vigilance during circuit joining
Recent AirProx during circuit merge from Sierra to downwind RWY26 — extra vigilance required as traffic increases. -
No phone use during solo flights — use a GoPro instead
Phones during solo flights are a distraction risk. Use a securely mounted action camera if you want footage. -
Hangar rules — always move aircraft with at least two people
Solo aircraft movement in the hangar is no longer allowed. Open doors fully, work in pairs.