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Report on fatal plane crash points to gross negligence by SA Civil Aviation Authority (msn.com)

“The report brings scant closure, because the words ‘contradict’ and ‘contravention’ are scattered all over the report. I told Mbalula that it amounts to gross negligence and those responsible should be held accountable."

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Hi Reddit,

Does anyone know which aviation authorities accept Farnsworth D15 for Class 1 medical. Currently, I know Canada and New Zealand. Bit of background, I'm a protanomaly colour deficient person whos looking to become an airline pilot.

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Many thanks, Ollie Seaward.

I know this is a very specific question that probably doesnt apply to many, but I'm not really sure where to go to for advice about this so I'm starting here.

I work as an aerospace engineer for a UAV company. My day job involves a lot of desk work which I've been struggling with to the point I had been worried about being fired. I finally got diagnosed with ADHD-PI in October and have been put on (currently) 50mg Elvanse (Vynase) and still titrating. When I'm not doing my desk job at work, I'm also one of our autopilot operators when we fly the aircraft. This bit I love, i could do it for days on end.

However, we have recently out of the blue been told we need a CAA Class 2 medical before we do our next big flight. The CAA states this, in regards to ADHD:

"This condition is diagnosed (according to DSM-IV) when an individual demonstrates inattention, hyperactivity or impulsiveness sufficient to cause significant impairment in social, school or work functioning.  The impairment should have appeared before the age of seven years for the diagnosis to be made and may improve with age. Therefore, anyone applying for pilot licensing who has been diagnosed with this condition must undergo neuropsychological assessment to assess the likelihood of them being able to perform safely as a pilot.  An individual with ongoing ADHD will not (by definition) be able to complete pilot training.  Medication used for this disorder is normally disqualifying."

To me, this section seems largely misinformed. I can drive a car, and am a glider pilot. Personally I find that ADHD makes me hyper aware when I'm driving or flying but I get it wouldn't do that for everyone. I take Elvanse to survive writing requirements, not because I wouldn't be a competent pilot without it.

Despite this, how can you say that the use of medication to treat a disorder is disqualifying?? That to me is on the same lines as telling somebody that using glasses to pass their eye exam is disqualifying, but they don't do that!

Also what the hell does "An individual with ongoing ADHD will not (by definition) be able to complete pilot training". By definition? Who the fuck wrote this. This makes me so angry. Acting like people with ADHD couldn't possibly finish a pilot training course. What, do they think we can't learn to drive either??

Anyway.

I'm fuming. I wasn't diagnosed last summer when we flew the same UAV, and we weren't even asked for a medical that time round. Now I have been diagnosed, sudden

Just read the article in the Irish Independent on the dispute. Irish controllers - is understaffing that bad in Ireland at the moment?

https://www.clare.fm/news/aviation/serious-safety-concerns-air-traffic-controllers-cant-whitewashed-dooley/

Your 8-minute Sunday report in 2110 words.

##PHOTO: events dedicated to the war victims were held across Armenia

Gyumri residents marched to Shirak Cemetery to pay tribute to fallen soldiers.

Residents of Stepanakert organized a torch rally from St. Hakob church to Stepanakert Memorial.

Consecration of the cross of the Holy Mighty Chapel took place in one of the military units near the front lines.

Artsakh president participated in the opening of a crosstone-monument in the Berkadzor community. "The best way to keep the bright memory of all the heroes who died for the defense of the homeland is to engage in the task of strengthening Artsakh."

A memorial dedicated to war victims was installed in Lichk with the help of the church.

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##anti-corruption: ranking army official charged with intentionally organizing the sale of faulty missiles to MOD

NSS reports: in 2011, a company delivered missiles made in 1985-1991 so the MOD could purchase them at a low price. However, the missiles were deemed useless and expired, and were supposed to be returned. They were sent to be temporarily stored in MOD's facility.

The head of the aviation department learned that the delivery company was unable to sell the missiles, and conspired with a group to purchase the same faulty missiles for a higher price to do them a favor.

The military official organized a fake auction and set the price for each missile at $1,100 to purchase them in large quantity, with complete disregard to MOD's actual needs and requirements.

The official forged the documents to ensure the faulty missiles met the requirements on paper, and proceeded to sign a ֏2.3 billion (~$4.7M) contract for the missiles.

As a result, the missiles, which were not meant to be stored long-term, were purchased for above-market value and sent to the army's central warehouse.

These actions led to serious consequences, including during the 2020 war, when the missiles could not be used.

Permission has been requested from the court to arrest the official. //

Flashback: shortly after the war, the government announced an investigation against army official(s) responsible for missile delivery. At