Contents - August, 2012

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FEATURES

12. POSITION & HOLD
    Taking a close look at the value of safety management systems
    by Nick Sabatini
    Data analysis and nonpunitive reporting are keys to an effective SMS.

16. VIEWPOINTS
    Aerospace leaders and observers speak out on key topics
    Pro Pilot staff compilation
    Comments by Robert Duncan, Leigh White, William Halal, Betsy Wines.

36. EVENT COVERAGE
    ALEA Convention 2012 in Reno
    by Mike Potts
    Law enforcement helo sales are brisk. Sophisticated community protection tools on show.

44. INTERNATIONAL OPS
    Latin American nav fee update and operating tips
    by Grant McLaren
    Know before you go about each country's operational idiosyncrasies.

50. CORPORATE AIRCRAFT PRODUCT SUPPORT SURVEY 2012
    Operators evaluate OEMs on aftersale service
    by Pro Pilot staff.

72. FLIGHTDECK TECHNOLOGY
    Head-up benefits
    by Peter Berendsen
    Dual HUDs create seamless crew coordination and maximize situational awareness.

78. EMERGENCY RESPONSE
    Battling Colorado wildfires from above
    by Kandi Spangler
    Firefighters use helicopters to persevere amid altitude issues and tricky winds.

82. HELO SPECIAL REPORT
    Evolving Russian helicopter technology attracts buyers
    by Ivan Veretennikov
    Coaxial rotor systems and other design refinements make products more saleable.

88. WX BRIEF
    Wizards of storm forecasting
    by Karsten Shein
    NOAA Storm Prediction Center monitors severe weather and alerts pilots.

94. COCKPIT EFFICIENCY
    Fatigue prediction and measurement tools for long-range ops
    by Don Witt
    Technology exists to model trip fatigue and monitor crew rest.