Evaluating the impact of human factors on aircraft maintenance errors: A risk-based analysis framework for business aviation

Carlos Eduardo Rodriguez *

Air Transport pilot - Aviation manager USA.
 
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 2024, 13(02), 764-777.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjaets.2024.13.2.0647
Publication history: 
Received on 17 November 2024; revised on 28 December 2024; accepted on 30 December 2024
 
Abstract: 
Human factors represent a fundamental aviation maintenance component which shapes the security and dependability of aircraft operational procedures. Modern technology advancements have not reduced the leading role that human mistakes play in aviation incidents specifically in business aviation operation. The research investigates diverse human-factor issues in aircraft maintenance through the analysis of factors like employee fatigue and shift schedules along with insufficient training and communication breakdowns and human-machine interaction limitations. The suggested risk-based framework for human factors risk assessment and management includes three key components that focus on Just Culture approach alongside modern technology integration and improved training systems implementation. The research fills important voids within contemporary literature about new technologies and exclusive maintenance practices that focus on business aviation operations. The study introduces an operational framework that delivers practical recommendations towards better safety reporting systems while reducing errors and building a safety-first approach in aviation maintenance operations. The study demonstrates the necessity of persistent improvements in training together with adoption of innovative tools which contain AI technology and systems addressing fatigue along with cultural changes to minimize human errors and their safety-related hazards. The research adopts empirical evidence to create guidelines for aviation maintenance actors and shows potential study directions to boost our understanding of human elements affecting aviation maintenance safety.
 
Keywords: 
Human factors; Business aviation; Aircraft maintenance; Safety culture
 
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