Lock sector data during investigations

There are various types of incidents that may require further investigation by different agencies, depending on the country.

These can be minor or fatal incidents such as from a hard landing?or an unruly passenger, to more fatal accidents. A list of incidents that could require investigation is shown at the bottom of this article.

Securely stored flight information

It is crucial that operators to swift control of an investigation. This includes ensuring all flight summary data is securely locked, preventing any modifications or updates.

One example os this is within the skybook Record Vault. This is where all flight information, including the OFP, EFB journey log data, nav log, and file attachments, is securely stored during and after a flight. High-level user roles can lock specific data and hide it from view.

The Record Vault is part of a ground portal, that is used by hundreds of operators worldwide for tasks such as dispatching and monitoring flights, managing flight data and generating briefing packs sent the pilots EFB?device.

How to lock a sector for investigation

To lock a flight, it is as simple as clicking on Lock Sector for that flight number and typing a confirmation.

This restricts anyone else from editing, modifying or removing information, and the sector will remain hidden from view.?

Once the investigation is complete, the sector can be simply unlocked, and the flight history data remains secure within the record vault for up to 5 years.

Types of aviation investigations

Accidents:

• Fatal accidents
• Serious injuries to passengers or crew
• Substantial damage to the aircraft

? Serious Incidents:

• Near collisions requiring evasive maneuvers
• Controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) avoided at the last moment
• System failures affecting the safety of flight
• Fire or smoke in the cabin or cockpit
• Significant loss of control or unusual flight attitudes
• Severe turbulence causing injuries or significant structural damage

Runway Incidents:

• Runway incursions or excursions
• Hard landings or tail strikes
• Aborted takeoffs due to performance issues

Mid-Air Incidents:

• Mid-air collisions
• Loss of separation with other aircraft

Ground Incidents:

• Collisions during taxiing
• Significant damage during ground handling or maintenance

Engine and System Failures:

• Engine failures or shutdowns in-flight
• Major avionics or system malfunctions

In-Flight Emergencies:

• Rapid decompression
• Bird strikes resulting in damage or engine failure
• Medical emergencies necessitating diversion

Security Incidents:

• Hijackings or attempted hijackings
• Bomb threats or onboard explosives
• Unruly passenger behavior causing safety risks

Operational and Procedural Deviations:

• Significant deviations from ATC instructions
• Violations of aviation regulations or procedures

Weather-Related Incidents:

• Severe weather encounters causing significant issues
• Lightning strikes causing damage or system failures

Secure flight data management & compliance

Why not learn more about skybook and how your flight data can be managed securely in one central place, making it easier to manage data during investigations; whilst enhancing compliance and auditing processes

Article by Dan Cook, Head of Marketing

Bytron Aviation Systems