We are a professional organization composed of certified professional aviation experts who focus on Aviation Education, Expert Witness Testimony, and Aviation Career Management.
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GreyHawk Aviation Safety Services
Aviation Educational
Needs
Within our educational department we present relevant materials to keep you current in today's constantly changing environment.
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Aviation Incident And Mishap Investigation
Our experts and our methodology can assist in protecting you and your team by exhibiting true root causes.
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Aviation Career
Management
The aviation world of work has changed dramatically over the last decade or two, and it continues to evolve in our new economy.
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Educational Needs
Within our educational department we present relevant materials to keep you current in today's constantly changing environment. Our classes are held at a location of your choosing and customized to your needs. Lectures and exercises are conducted by experts in their field. We aren't a bunch of talkin' heads ;)
Our instructional staff have years of corporate aviation experience and many are instructors for the world renowned Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.
No matter your company size, we will work with you to ensure we accomplish your requirements and needs.
Areas of Educational Expertise
- Airport Management
- Aviation Business Continuity Planning
- Aviation Law
- Aviation Program Management
- Expert Witnessing
- How to Sell Aviation Safety
- Incident and Mishap Investigation
- Maintenance Malpractice
- Physiology
- Press and the Media
- Terrorism in the Sky/Explosives
- Value and Ethics
For specifics on each area please contact us to discuss your specific questions and needs.
Incident and Mishap Investigation
Time is Money and you can't wait. Our experts and our methodology can assist in protecting you and your team by exhibiting true root causes. Few of your C-Level Executives have strong aviation backgrounds. They need to understand root causes so to best protect investors' interests as well as the company future.
It's well known 'the sole objective of any investigation of an accident or incident is the prevention of accidents and incidents. It is not the purpose to apportion blame or liability.' (ICAO Manual)
While the initial field phase of an accident investigation can be concluded within weeks or even days, the investigators' final report and recommendations often take years to complete. The final report consists of factual information about the accident, an analysis, conclusions (probable cause) and also includes safety recommendations. (ICAO Annex 13)
Our Methodology
To investigate any accident and determine true root cause, a methodology needs to be established. A methodology uses a discipline, an approach, a structure, and a defendable process to attain success. Without a predefined, well understood approach, the principle investigator and the team will face unfocused efforts, countless questions, and face scrutiny claimants for using an undisciplined approach.
At present, two major methodologies are available for mishap analysis. They are uncomplicated, convenient, concise, and easy to use. They are the 5M and SHEL methodologies.
The 5M Model
The 5M model stands for Man, Machine, Mission, Medium, and Management. This model, like the SHEL, is a concise and practical tool to analyze incidents and accidents. It can also be adapted for use in investigating and locating root causes in other industries. Besides Wells 2004 documentation, the US Navy's Aviation Safety School's curriculum utilizes the 5M model. The Department of Defense has recognized this methodology as one of the best diagnostic tools in diagnosing root causes in aviation mishaps. It is taught by the US Navy in its Aviation Safety School curriculum at the Naval Postgraduate School in Pensacola, Florida.
The history of the 5M's roots dates back to the 1940's. T.P. Wright of Cornell University introduced the Man, Machine, Medium model to aviation safety (as cited in Wells, 2004). These three M's are the focus of the original incident investigation model for over twenty years. In 1965, the Management factor of the 5M was introduced by University of Southern California (USC) (http://viterbi.usc.edu/aviation) when the college initiated its aviation safety academic program in their College of Engineering. The final M, Mission, was added to the model in 1976 by E.A. Jerome, a former staff member of the Flight Safety Foundation (as cited in Wells, 2004).
The 5M diagram, replicated from Well's book, demonstrates the interdependencies of the 5M's. Management is the overarching influencer in the model located at the top, encompassing the other four major characters.
The Conceptual Model of Human Factors
Captain Frank H. Hawkins (1987) documents a methodology providing investigators yet another methodology to assist in determining root cause(s), and documenting the findings. The model is called the SHEL concept. Each letter stands for a specific area of study or investigation when dealing with root course determination. S stands for Software, H stands for Hardware, E stands for Environment, and L stands for Liveware. Each part of the model interacts with the Liveware component. Liveware, similar to the Management element in the 5M model, is the center of the model and touches all aspects of the remaining components. All the parts must interact, adapt, and correlate with the center component, Liveware.
As previously stated, L or Liveware, is at the center of the model. The Liveware component refers to the human element within the model. Hawkins refers to it as the hub of the SHEL model. The diagram shows "L" as the focal point in the diagram. Most want to focus on the human element in most mishaps because it's where the investigation usually starts, is usually the root cause, is where fault can be found, the most intriguing part of the mishap, and sells the most newspapers and media formats.
Similar to the Man element in the 5M model, Liveware is the root to all mishaps and is the focus of the most studies within the Human Factors arena. Pictured is the model of the interactions of Liveware with its partners contained by the model.
Aviation Career Management
The aviation world of work has changed dramatically over the last decade or two, and it continues to evolve in our new economy. Gone is the relatively permanent employment of the old economy. Over the last several years companies have become more guarded when considering the hiring of full-time employees while increasing the number of their temporary and contract hires. The result is a dramatic decline in the number of "full-time" higher-paying jobs.
Now you're out there in the job market. You're frustrated, discouraged, and you need HELP! You could spend a small fortune on all the books and manuals available. However they all refer to a traditional system of finding employment that relies on "powerful resumes" and "knock 'em dead cover letters." That outdated system no longer works! Why? Because it fails to set you apart from all other job seekers. DIFFERENTIATION is the biggest challenge you're facing in your job search.
Things have changed, times have changed, and times are tough! Job search success in our slowly recovering economy requires a different approach. We providing the direction for success through affordable, one-on-one coaching focused on individual needs. Within our career coaching branch we provide you the tools required to conduct an adequate job and career.
GreyHawk Aviation Safety has teamed with Career Coach Greg Wood a certified career management professional. He has assisted thousands in their career and job goals and search.
Visit TheHireChallenge™ to get your career search on the right path.
For those of you who are transition from a Military Aviation environment investigate TheHireTactics™. Visit us @ http://TheHireTarget.org.
Overview of the TheHireTactics™
Things have changed, times have changed, and times are tough - especially if you're a military veteran seeking employment in today's economy. This essential guide is designed to help you succeed in your civilian job search. Written by a career military officer and a career expert, TheHireTactics™ introduces a methodology that includes innovative tools that go far beyond the traditional resume and cover letter. You will learn how to define your value in civilian terms and employ the strategies and tactics necessary to differentiate yourself from the competition and successfully complete your job search mission.
Learn the 4 Milestones for Civilian Employment:
- Packaging - teaches you how to implement new and unique tools that will clearly separate you from your competition.
- Promotion - introduces strategies and techniques that help you successfully penetrate the hidden job market by broadcasting your value to the business community, not your resume.
- Product Demonstration - teaches you the techniques to conduct a proactive, strategic interview that will greatly enhance your chances of getting the offer.
- Pricing - Teaches you how to negotiate the difference between what you're offered and your true worth to the organization.
WHEN PLANES CRASH : IT'S ALL HUMAN ERROR
A FORENSIC REVIEW OF AVIATION MISHAPS AND WHY THEY OCCUR
Based on published thesis: Analysis of Aviation Mishaps Exhibiting Human Error as the Primary Root Cause
by Thomas G. Stein
President, GreyHawk Aviation Safety
Services we offer
Within our educational department we present relevant materials to keep you current in today's constant changing environment. Our classes are held at a location of your choosing and customized to your needs. Lectures and exercises are conducted by experts in their field. Contact GreyHawk Aviation Safety for more information.
Career Coaching
GreyHawk Aviation Safety has teamed with Career Coach Greg Wood a certified career management professional. He has assisted thousands in their career and job goals and search.
Visit TheHireChallenge™ @ to get your career search on the right path.
For those of you who are transition from a Military Aviation environment investigate TheHireTactics™. Visit us @ www.TheHireTarget.org.
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