Research papers

Towards the Wearable Cardiorespiratory Sensors for Aerospace Applications

In safety-critical aviation operations, adaptive Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) rely on accurate physiological monitoring to mitigate cognitive overload.

Political Turbulence and Aviation Safety: A Cross-National Analysis of Political Stability's Effects on Aviation Accidents

To what extent does political stability affect aviation safety? This research aims to link domestic political conditions and public safety through the consideration of aviation accident frequency.

Runway Safety Initiative Final Report (RSI)

Foundation Runway Safety Initiative final report — comprehensive analysis of runway excursion + incursion risk drivers worldwide. Recommendations include enhanced TALPA implementation, EFB-based stopping-margin tools, an…

Go-Around Safety Forum Findings

Foundation Go-Around Safety Forum technical findings — examines why pilots fail to execute go-arounds when criteria are met (stabilized approach gate not met, energy state out of envelope, traffic conflict).

BASS 2024 Proceedings — Business Aviation Safety Summit

Proceedings from the 2024 Foundation + NBAA Business Aviation Safety Summit (Charleston, SC). Topics: just culture + SMS implementation across small Part 91/91K flight departments, fatigue management in single-pilot ops,…

Helicopter Safety Performance Data 2023

Foundation 2023 helicopter safety performance data — global accident rates by mission profile (HEMS, off-shore oil, air-tour, agricultural, news/utility). Year-over-year trends + region-specific findings.

Understanding Aviation Mental Health with Explainable Artificial Intelligence in Incident Reports

Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) is a flourishing field that extends beyond mere predictions to clarify complex paradigms in aviation mental health, offering insights into the traces of mental health-related cas…

Using Natural Language Processing to Identify Mental Health Indicators in Aviation Voluntary Safety Reports

Voluntary Safety Reporting Programs (VSRPs) are a critical tool in the aviation industry for monitoring safety issues observed by the frontline workforce.

Identifying Aircraft Damage Mitigating Factors with Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI): An Evidence-Based Approach to Rule-Making for Pilot Training Schools

Recent pilot shortages have brought pilot training into focus as the industry attempts to rectify a compounding problem. The FAA has implemented some recent rule-making regarding pilot training that has left the General …

Just Culture in Aviation: A Metaphorical Study on Aircraft Maintenance Students

Just Culture, a sub-dimension of safety culture, has been a prominent and debated topic in aviation safety in recent years. Just culture signifies a work environment where employees are motivated to provide essential saf…

Barometric Altimeter Setting Errors at Transition Altitude — A Global Snapshot

Foundation + MITRE study of altimeter mis-setting events at the transition altitude — both QNE/QNH and metric/imperial conversion errors.

AeroSafety World — Fatigue Science in the Cockpit (Special Issue)

AeroSafety World magazine special issue on fatigue science in commercial aviation — biomathematical models (SAFE, FAID), commuting impacts, ultra-long-range operation patterns.

Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) — A 2023 Industry Refresh

Foundation 2023 CFIT data refresh — three decades after the original CFIT Task Force eliminated >95% of air-carrier CFIT, the GA + Part 135 communities still account for most CFIT fatalities.

Electronic Flight Bag Policies at Collegiate Aviation Programs

Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) are now standard in the commercial aviation industry. Air carriers must implement and maintain EFB training and policies according to FAA regulations.

Early Afternoon Concurrent Sessions: Critical Issues: Presentation: The Impact of Sleepiness and Sleep Constructs on Pilot Performance

ABSTRACT THE IMPACT OF SLEEPINESS AND SLEEP CONSTRUCTS ON PILOT PERFORMANCE Peter M. Dittmer Ed.D Jeannette Robins RPSGT Drowsy pilots are a hazard that might lead to a possible catastrophic accident or incident.

Early Morning Concurrent Session: Aviation Management and Operations: Presentation: Increasing General Aviation Safety through Data Analysis

The incredible safety record experienced by commercial flight operations is in part related to their ability to analyze patterns in their flight operations data.

Early Morning Concurrent Session: Aviation Management and Operations: Presentation: The Results of Non-Compliance with Checklist Use and Control Checks in the BED Runway Overrun Crash

21. Are Children on Airplanes Safe Using Restraint Systems Designed for Adults?

20. A Qualitative Analysis of the Current Air Traffic Control Safety Climate

26. Team Eagle Wingsuit Research Results

15. Anti-Ice: Thermally Heated or Hydrophobic Materials?