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.
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Incident reporting guidelines — if you spot it, report it
All damage, no matter how minor, must be reported via SMS and the aircraft technical log. Collective responsibility. -
BATTERY CURRENT NOT EQUAL caution in flight (Velis)
Caution observed twice in recent months on two different aircraft. Hangar One inspection found no further action needed. Follow the checklist if it occurs. -
Tailstrike during soft field take-off — manage back pressure
Soft field technique requires extra back pressure but also discipline. Don't over-rotate during the take-off roll. -
Flap overspeed prevention & response (Velis)
Velis flap limits: F1 81 kts, F2 65 kts. Monitor airspeed, don't rely on noise. Crosswind landings: consider reduced flaps. -
Towbar still attached during taxi (PH-BRI)
Aircraft taxied with towbar still on the nosewheel. PH-BRI is the only E-Flight aircraft using a towbar — always disconnect immediately after towing. -
Aircraft ground handling — preventing collisions on platform and hangar
Use a wing walker, move slowly, switch to hand-pushing near obstacles. Take your time. No schedule justifies aircraft damage. -
Emergency landing analysis (PH-VFL) — fuel starvation lessons
Pipistrel Virus PH-VFL emergency-landed after fuel starvation. New refuelling procedures and pre-flight checks now in effect. -
Winter operations preparedness — cold weather flying
Velis winter kit, battery pre-heat, defogging, bird migration awareness, slippery platforms. Plan extra prep time. -
Go-around procedure at EHTE — turn south over the taxiway
EHTE's go-around: slight turn south, position over taxiway, continue climb on take-off leg. Local airmanship, not in AIP. -
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.