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Streamlining through Software: Airfield Self-Inspection

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Aviation technology has developed considerably to meet the unique needs of the aviation industry. A variety of software solutions that automate the well-known Part 139 requirements have come to the forefront. Airports should take advantage of the opportunity to be innovative in their approach to Part 139 requirements by using these types of software. They should pay particular attention to systems that can automate their Part 139 airfield self-inspections.

This opportunity begs the question – what should a great Part 139 airfield self-inspection software solution accomplish for an airport? Airports should expect nothing less than an intuitive system that can fully automate their daily and supplemental inspections. A proper airfield self-inspection system should dramatically increase efficiency, eliminate manual paper processes, and, in turn, increase safety.

Efficiency gains in airport operations are common through the use of software. Take daily inspections as an example: Unsatisfactory conditions and work orders can be generated, documented, and addressed far more rapidly with a software driven process rather than a paper process. Real-time communication between the inspector and their supervisors ensures compliance and follow through. This streamlined contact allows airport personnel to be immediately aware of the condition of the airfield and facilitates the process between inspectors and maintenance or operations staff.

The elimination of the paper process may be the most visible change that airfield self-inspection software brings. By converting all forms and records to a digital format that can be accessed on all devices, the paperwork for daily inspections becomes unnecessary. This is a key feature to utilize for an annual FAA inspection or for generating reports for staff meetings. Organizing and accessing this information will no longer require staff to search through file cabinets to find records. Eliminating paperwork from this process is cost effective and saves a great deal of time.

Airports increase the safety of their operations with these gains in efficiency and organization. Airport managers can find value in more than just automating their inspection process and tracking the relevant data. Analyzing this data with software can allow airport managers to make more informed decisions regarding the maintenance and operations of their airport. This can give them the ability to proactively adjust processes as needed to avoid difficult recurring issues. Software driven approaches to airfield inspections not only save time and money, they can effectively increase safety at the airport.

Airfield self-inspection is a critical component of Part 139 requirements. It is clear that utilizing an innovative, clearly defined, and intuitive software solution for airfield self-inspection can greatly benefit an airport in a number of ways.

Utilizing Software to Streamline Airport Lease Management

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One vital aspect of airport administration is the management of an airport’s leases. Airport managers know that leases bring in essential revenue to the airport and provide continued services to the various stakeholders of an airport. However, leases may be a source of frustration and complications for some airport directors. The massive amount of paperwork that is required to track the necessary information about the tenants can grow to be unmanageable and time-consuming. This issue can occur at airports of all sizes, from General Aviation to Category X.

The solution to this type of problem can be found in lease management systems that ease this pain point with intuitive software. A lease management system that automates this work can significantly decrease the amount of time airport staff spend managing and tracking leases. From sending automatic alerts about expiring insurances and leases and sharing information in real time between airport stakeholders, to generating custom reports and more, lease management systems have significant positive impact in streamlining airport operations.

Airports find themselves in a unique situation. They have specific needs when it comes to lease management due to the variety of spaces and properties they rent to tenants, along with the revenue sharing agreements that are often in place. Airports vary in their size and processes, with every airport managing leases in a different way. Due to these factors, an airport should search for a lease management system that is specific to the needs of airports and customizable to the airport that is looking to procure it.

Some current lease management systems view the aviation industry with a ‘one size fits all’ approach. These systems provide airports with off the shelf solutions used in other industries and hope that it matches the process of airports. An aviation-specific system can immediately fulfill the unique needs of airports and include key features and tools that airports need in a lease management system.

An effective lease management system for an airport should have the ability to be customized. With each and every airport being different in their operations, it is worthwhile for airports to seek out a company that is willing to customize a lease management system to fit their needs. Customization allows an airport’s specific needs to be addressed and built into the system, producing a product that seamlessly fits into their operations in a way that is easy for staff to understand.

The benefits of lease management systems at airports are clear. By procuring a system that is both aviation-specific and customizable, airports can be highly successful in tracking and managing their leases, making a once time-consuming process much more streamlined and efficient.