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The Problem With Fog in Aviation

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Introduction The world of aviation is very dynamic and poses a lot of risks that are hazardous to our lives. One significant threat is the impact weather, specifically fog and low visibility. We as humans depend our lives on visibility on almost every aspect in life, especially in aviation. The reason fog is so dangerous is because of its significant impact on visibility. Fog can reduce visibility for pilots and air traffic controllers by a large margin. Their visibility can be reduced to as low as just a few feet (Clifford Law Offices, 2020). Many aviation accidents are caused by fog and in fact the most deadliest aviation accident in history was caused by fog when two jumbo jets collided on a airport runway (Clifford Law Offices, 2020). Another reason fog can be dangerous is it may cause an over reliance in technology which can lead to aviation accidents when automated systems or navigation instruments are misinterpreted, malfunction, or when pilots fail to cross-check their instrume...
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Aviation Security

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Drones and The Threats They Poses Drones have become very popular in almost every type of organization in the last decade. As helpful as they can be, they can also pose a threat. As drone technology becomes more advanced and accessible, there are growing concerns about their potential use for malicious activities, such as smuggling, surveillance, or even causing disruptions to commercial flights. Drones can be used to carry out unauthorized surveillance, interfere with aircraft operations, or deliver contraband to secure areas. The increasing prevalence of drones makes it crucial to address these security risks effectively.  Ways to Mitigate Illegal Drone Usage Drone Detection and Tracking Systems  Airports and security agencies are implementing advanced radar and radio frequency (RF) detection systems to identify and track unauthorized drones in restricted airspace. These systems can detect the presence of drones, assess their potential threat level, and provide rea...
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The NASA Challenger Disaster

 The NASA Challenger disaster was a catastrophic event that occurred on January 28, 1986, when the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds after launch. The disaster resulted in the deaths of all seven crew members aboard. It is one of the most tragic and well-known incidents in the history of space exploration. The Challenger was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Shortly after lift-off, the shuttle experienced a catastrophic failure when an O-ring seal in the right solid rocket booster failed due to unusually cold temperatures on the day of the launch. This failure allowed hot gas to escape, leading to the destruction of the fuel tank and the breakup of the shuttle. The seven astronauts who perished were: Francis R. Scobee (Commander), Michael J. Smith (Pilot), Ronald McNair (Mission Specialist), Ellison Onizuka (Mission Specialist), Judith Resnik (Mission Specialist), Christa McAuliffe (Payload Specialist and Teacher in Space...
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