ALTA Aviation Safety, Flight Ops & Training Summit: the largest aviation safety and training summit

The year 2023 was recorded as the safest in the history of civil aviation. In Latin America and the Caribbean, zero fatalities were recorded in commercial aviation and, on a global scale, the risk of fatality decreased significantly, going from 0.11 in 2022 to 0.03 in 2023, reflecting a notable improvement compared to the average in recent years. five years.

These data confirm that civil aviation is the safest means of transportation, thanks to the fact that the entire industry maintains safety as its main value. This commitment is reflected in the continuous evaluation of operations, the adoption of more efficient and effective technologies and the comprehensive training of personnel both on the ground and in the air. Furthermore, in the exchange of experiences and good practices between operators, who collaborate strongly in this aspect, which is essential to keep the skies safe.

José Ricardo Botelho, executive director and CEO of the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), emphasizes that these statistics are the result of a joint effort by the entire industry: "The level of safety achieved by aviation is equivalent to a “One person would have to travel by plane every day for 103,239 years to experience a fatal accident. This solid progress is the product of a robust safety culture that focuses on progressive improvement.”

In this context, Lima, the capital of Peru, becomes the heart of the discussion and exchange of experiences that will further promote safety and operational excellence in aviation in the Latin American and Caribbean region. From June 18 to 20, 2024, the ALTA Safety, Flight Operations and Training Summit will bring together industry leaders and experts in a series of educational panels, presentations and breakout sessions to continue raising standards for safety, operations and crew training in the region.

Starting in 2024, the summit adopts a new format that incorporates the successful Pilot Training Connect as an integral part of the conference, due to the reception of its first edition held in September 2023 in Panama, marking a milestone in the training of crews in the Latin American and Caribbean region.

“Positive results in terms of operational safety are only built with the support of a solid culture, which encompasses training, technological adoption and operational excellence. For this reason, this year the event is strengthened by incorporating all the experts on these topics into the discussion, to share experiences and seek joint solutions that continue to keep our skies safe, that is what this summit that we will hold in Lima, in a space especially timely, since together – industry and authorities – we share the mission of offering the population security and an effective response,” explains Botelho.

So, the ALTA Aviation Safety, Flight Ops & Training Summit 2024 will bring together Safety, Flight Operations and Pilot Training professionals, representatives of airline companies, aircraft manufacturers, civil aviation authorities, airports, traffic control organizations airline, flight schools and other key industry players. The convergence of these experts guarantees deep and meaningful discussions on crucial topics in the field of operational safety and pilot training

A varied agenda

A highlight of this year's agenda will be the participation of Pedro Algorta, one of the 16 survivors of the tragic plane crash in the Andes in 1972. His experience living 72 days in extreme conditions has shaped his view on leadership, work in team and resilience in adverse situations. Algorta will share valuable lessons about survival and recovery, inspiring attendees with his story of overcoming.

Likewise, the summit features a variety of sessions that address crucial topics for the airline industry, from safety culture to challenges in implementing new technologies and operational practices. Featured speakers such as Don Enrique Rosende, VP of Safety, Security & HSE at LATAM Airlines Group, and Robert L. Sumwalt, Executive Director of the Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, who will share their experiences and knowledge .

The academic agenda also includes panels that will explore EVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles) operations and the specific challenges of the Latin American and Caribbean region.

In addition, specific sessions will be dedicated to critical issues such as human factors in aviation, including pilot mental health and fatigue, as well as the increasingly widespread use of flight training devices and best practices in aviation safety. Cutting-edge topics will also be addressed, such as the regional implementation of evidence-based training (EBT) programs and competency-based training and assessment (CBTA), which are transforming the way pilots are trained and their competencies assessed. . An enriching exchange between participants and a deep reflection on the future of the industry is expected with more than 60 panelists.

Source: ALTA