Unsafe Runway Causes Fatal Crash

This case is right in my area of expertise and I am glad to assist. The type of systems would include but not limited to adherence to the FAA AC on marking for landing zones for rotorcraft. The markings are well understood and also include the the Operator’s Operations Specification (see 14 CFR part 135). A prudent operator would also have a Safety Management System (SMS). An SMS would require the operator to fully identify the risks and hazards and to apply mitigation measures. The SMS would also require the use of ground crew as determined during the risk assessment. An FAA certificated operator would have to provide training, procedures and appropriate internal qualities systems to insure compliance with documentation. I have reviewed numerous accidents and incidents where the appropriate prudent use of an SMS would have prevented both injuries and death. My experience as a pilot, regulator and safety VP have provided me with excellent qualifications in the realm of safety oversight and operations. I was the Government Co-chair of the International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST). The IHST had as its number one operations priority implementation of SMS by operators. I also implemented the first SMS at a major rotorcraft manufacturer including flight operations.