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How Boeing lost its way Opinion by Richard Aboulafia See link below… 4 minute read - Fri March 22, 2024 Summary: 🌀 "The situation at Boeing is grim. Serious program execution problems and high-profile safety incidents, with still-fresh memories of the two 737 MAX disasters in 2018 and 2019, are damaging the company’s brand and bringing increased regulatory scrutiny." 🌀 "Years ago, an excessive focus on financial returns led Boeing to badly neglect two of its greatest resources: its people and its suppliers." 🌀 "Most damaging, then-CEO Jim McNerney systematically promoted non-technical people to executive positions, particularly on the board. Incredibly, the MAX was developed under him and the commercial unit CEO — neither of whom had a technical degree." 🌀 "Boeing pursued its suppliers’ product support business, further impacting their business models. Payment terms were increased to 120 days in many cases, up from around 30 days." 🌀 "The company announced a 'no-fly list,' implying that suppliers that didn’t give in to Boeing’s demands would not be used for future jets." 🌀 "All is not lost. Boeing still has good people, impressive technologies and great jetliners. The latter are in a duopoly with very high entry barriers, even if Airbus is quickly gaining market share." 🌀 "All that’s needed is a new approach to management at the top." 🌀 "If there is a new management team, it would be wise for them to learn from history. Treating suppliers and workers as partners would be a great start." 🌀 "Senior executives need to engage directly with them, spending time in factories, talking with the suppliers, engineers and machinists engaged in the company’s core business." 🌀 "A lot of this comes down to just showing up. The current approach of staying in office buildings and focusing on financial abstractions clearly isn’t working." Link to CNN Opinion - https://lnkd.in/gH-_rFvA Please like, comment, share... Follow #PoynterSpiritSale

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The Federal Aviation Administration will require air traffic controllers to take more rest between shifts to reduce fatigue - Starting in July, they will be required to take 10 hours off between shifts and 12 hours off before midnight shifts - The changes are based on recommendations from an expert panel on fatigue the agency commissioned last December - They recommended air traffic controllers' schedules be changed to incorporate sleep and circadian principles. Read More : https://lnkd.in/dYwUfX6H #airtrafficmanagement #airtrafficcontroller #fatigue

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So, why is this Cessna 172 suspended from the ceiling of Harry Reid airport at Las Vegas? Well, for starters, it's Vegas! But more importantly, this aircraft and it's crew of two set an air endurance record (being airborne without landing) of 64 days, 22 hours, 19 minutes and change! This was back in 1958-59, and remains unbroken till date. If this tidbit of information was new and interesting, imagine what other stuff I may talk about on Thursday at the #identiverse conference, on the topic of "Unified IGA, PAM and AM Orchestration Based Approach for Maximizing IAM Adoption". Yes, it sounds like the title of a research paper, but it's a lot more exciting! See you there. https://lnkd.in/gpXpf7GJ PS: A good writeup about this Cessna 172 is at https://lnkd.in/gXwb3XW8

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Addressing the Aviation Maintenance Technician Shortage: A Crucial Step for the Industry’s Future The aviation sector is on the road to recovery post-pandemic, but a significant challenge persists: a shortage of aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs). Current estimates suggest a shortfall of 12,000 to 18,000 AMTs, which could persist or even worsen over the next decade. Factors like an aging workforce, low career uptake, and rising passenger demand (IATA predicts 8.2 billion passengers by 2037) are contributing to this gap. Boeing’s 2021 Commercial Market Outlook indicates that 610,000 new AMTs will be needed globally through 2041, with the trade association ADS saying that there are currently 10,000 vacancies in the UK alone. To meet this demand, the industry must increase the number of trained AMTs by at least 20% above those already being trained. Strategies to address this could include: ✈️ Increasing financial compensation: Making the role more attractive by acknowledging the high skill and training required. ✈️ Diversifying recruitment efforts: Expanding marketing to underrepresented groups (currently, <10% of aviation and aerospace engineers are female, for example). ✈️ Mentorship programs: Leveraging the experience of current professionals to guide and inspire the next generation. At Aviation in Reach, our team of experienced mentors are dedicated to supporting aspiring aviation professionals and levelling the playing field for those traditionally underrepresented in the industry. If you know someone looking to start a career in aviation engineering, please share this post with them. We’ll be reopening applications this summer. This Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, let’s work together to secure the future of aviation by investing in the next generation. #MentorshipMatters #AviationIndustry #Aerospace

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FL3XX ⭤ NAVsystem = Smarter Flight Planning! That's right! NAVsystem, the premier IFR flight planning tool from NAV Flight Services, s.r.o., has just joined our suite of integrations. This means your flight data can now be auto-synced to NAVsystem, straight from FL3XX, allowing you to say goodbye to manually recreating flights from scratch. What's the benefit? Well, there's more than one! ✅ Eliminate manual data entries ✅ Save valuable time ✅ Minimize errors It's as simple as that. Focus on what you do best → https://lnkd.in/eB4R2C-i #flightplanning #dispatch #fl3xxnow #businessaviation

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THE STATE OF CFO COMPENSATION IN AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE: INSIGHTS FROM A RECENT SALARY SURVEY Compensation in Companies with Revenue Between $50 Million and $150 Million Moving up the revenue scale, companies with $50 million to $150 million in revenue offered CFOs a salary range between $150,000 and $330,000. The median salary in this bracket increased to $242,478, indicating the heightened complexity and demand of the CFO role in larger organizations. In terms of bonuses, 60% of CFOs received less than 50% as a bonus, with the lowest at 10% and the highest up to 90%. This suggests a broad spectrum of bonus structures tailored to individual company performance metrics. Additionally, the increase in equity participation to 70% in this revenue category underscores the growing emphasis on equity as a key component of executive compensation, fostering long-term commitment and alignment with business outcomes. To read the whole salary survey click here: https://lnkd.in/e_KyR5jC #theprivateequitypodcast #privateequity #rawselection

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One of the most valuable skills I learned as an Air Force pilot was the importance of positive two-way communication. Our C-17 crew would acknowledge the landing gear multiple times before landing, and then validate again with a checklist. We did that because landing without the gear down is a really bad idea. However, we didn't require positive two-way communication for everything because important steps might get lost in the noise.   I've seen software programs struggle with this issue on both ends. Important activities are assumed complete without two-way communication. On the other end, teams communicate everything to a point where nobody is paying attention to any of it. Taking the time to identify which types of scenarios require confirmation can go a long way in reducing program risk. Form100Consulting

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Here's how #Boeing's quality and safety issues have impacted #LUV #Southwest and #AAL #AmericanAirlines latest earnings reports.

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🚨 12-Hour Timelapse of Major Airline Traffic Amid Unprecedented IT Outage Check out this incredible 12-hour timelapse video showcasing the plane traffic of American Airlines, Delta, and United after what was likely the biggest IT outage in history, forcing a nationwide ground stop of all three airlines. This unprecedented event underscores the critical importance of robust IT and OT security measures to prevent such massive disruptions. #Aviation #ITOutage #Cybersecurity #OTSecurity #IncidentResponse #CriticalInfrastructure #AirlineTraffic #OperationalContinuity Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments. Let's discuss how we can better prepare and safeguard our critical systems for the future. 4o https://lnkd.in/gKySQx_P

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Textron eAviation is making progress on not one but two new aircraft models that are set to revolutionize the way we travel and carry goods. Here's what you should know about the flying vehicles: https://loom.ly/4ry7AYI

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Amid challenges, Boeing's need for strong leadership is critical. A&M Managing Director Richard Holt outlines essential leadership principles for the next CEO: acknowledging issues, implementing effective remedies and maintaining transparent communication. This strategy is crucial for rebuilding trust and demonstrating a firm commitment to all stakeholders. Read the full article here: https://okt.to/DqGklH #AMon #AMonPI #CorporateTransformation #Leadership

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Freeing Your Talent: The FTC's Game-Changing Move on Noncompetes If you've been following the business buzz, you've heard about the FTC's big move on noncompete agreements. Yep, those contracts that can feel like invisible shackles for your top talent. States like California and Washington, D.C., have been booting noncompetes, and others, like Colorado and Virginia, are scaling back. But the FTC's decision ramps things up, potentially making it easier for your employees to break free. Sounds like a win for workers, right? But hold on—there's a legal showdown brewing. Some big names aren't thrilled and are gearing up for court. Before you panic about your trade secrets, know this: while the FTC's ruling might complicate things, there are exceptions, especially for top dogs in the C-suite. If your employee makes over $152k and has policy-making authority, there's an exception on existing agreements (but not for new agreement). But for the rest of your crew, those noncompetes might not pack the same punch. And here's the twist: not every industry plays by the same rules. Banks and certain nonprofits get a pass, while others have to toe the line. Lawsuits are already flying, with bigwigs squaring off against the FTC. Buckle up—it's gonna be a bumpy ride. So, what's the bottom line? It's time to reassess those noncompetes. Are they still worth it in this new world? Only time will tell, but change is coming fast, and you don't want to be left behind. 🛎 Like to stay up-to-date on recruiting? Sign up for our newsletter on elraysearch.com

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Great info from Cincinnati’s own, Chad Williams describing how #manufacturing executives are proactively closing the skills gap that industries are facing amid rapid #tech advancements. The gap has been exacerbated by retirement of skilled workers, a lack of vocational training, and the quick turnover of this #techrevolution. Leaders are able to bridge this gap through collaboration with industry partners and by fostering a culture of continuous education and skills development. #futureofwork #techtrends #digitaltransformation https://lnkd.in/getH2cXQ

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"Oh, I am sorry". Does the CEO of boeing think that this is what people want to hear? Boeing is in trouble. Not in trouble because of the possibility of going out of business. There is no possibility of this since this would leave only one commercial aircraft manufacturer and the airline industry would never want this. In the end, people need to be replaced and maybe criminally charged. This lack of inspections is not just an oversight, it was done on purpose to save money at the cost of people's lives. So no, "I am sorry". Show a map of who is out at Boeing (and not just sacrificial employees who are really not the people who should be fired) and a map with specifics of how Boeing is going to remedy this problem and how long it will take (especially the timeframe which needs to be immediate). https://lnkd.in/epNhFEkE

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There are many reasons why organizations have chosen Lorne to lead them - including his ability to articulate problems, solutions, and potential value they can bring to improve safety and efficiency of the industry. If you are in #aviation and #technology check out this latest podcast with James T. Barry and team!

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Today marks a watershed moment for the future of aviation with Congress's passage of the FAA reauthorization bill. Why does this matter? ⚠ The status quo: For a long time, drone operators have had to navigate a fly-by-waiver process where every operation is subject to the Administrator's whims. This is largely why high-value UAS applications like middle-mile logistics have fallen by the wayside and what ultimately prevented UAS operations from scaling in the US. ✔ Now: There is a clear pathway for the FAA issuing a new rulemaking under Part 108, with an emphasis on standardization and operational clarity (and within a specified timeline!). This will enable BVLOS operations at scale, with increasingly larger drone aircraft with enhanced performance capabilities, and move away from an otherwise arbitrary decision-making process, that to-date has handicapped the US drones market. Delivering burritos is cool, but delivering pallets of tortilla shells is far more valuable (I think). More to come! AUVSI — Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International did a great job summarizing the key provisions of the bill here: https://lnkd.in/efP29RRB #drones #UAS #UAVs #aviation #middlemile #logistics

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What is your thought of this report in related to solving PW1000G ground issue and reduce operational impact to airlines? #aviation #aerospace #airlines #MRO https://lnkd.in/ggbA8hpu

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Did you know, there are over 370 restricted airspaces in the U.S.? Internationally, each country has its own rules for operating in —or not operating in— restricted airspace. Knowing the nuances of the airspace is essential for planning trips. From temporary flight restrictions to military operating airspace, in our latest blog, we explore the complexities of navigating the global airspace and how to eliminate trip planning stress using ForeFlight Trip Support. 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bCzF2H

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