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Airside: Increasing Air Travel Safety

Written by Paul-André Savoie | 28-Feb-2025 1:07:40 PM

When lives are at stake

FOD poses a significant threat to air travel safety.

One of the most tragic reminders of this is the Concorde crash which happened 25 years ago .

A small piece of debris on the runway led to a tire blowout, which in turn caused fuel to leak and ultimately ignited, setting off a catastrophic chain of events that claimed lives and marked the end of the Concorde era.

This devastating incident underscores the critical importance of rigorous FOD management systems to prevent similar tragedies and ensure the safety of every flight.

Airside puts FOD detection and management at the forefront of airfield operations.

Rapid Response

Airside empowers all personnel to monitor runways, taxiways, and aprons with pinpoint accuracy.

Even the smallest debris is quickly logged AI-powered analytics.

This highly automated identification & response capability ensures that debris is addressed promptly, reducing the risk of catastrophic accidents.

Pattern recognition

Airside unites all stakeholders in the FOD management process.

With its intuitive interface, the app tracks trends for where FOD is found, by type, helping users view them on a heat map to identify patterns, enabling appropriate risk reduction measures to be implemented.

Automated Compliance

Our integrated solution not only increases FOD reporting analytics but also reinforces regulatory compliance.

Detailed logs and automated reporting keep a meticulous record of all incidents, ensuring transparency and facilitating audits.

This level of accountability is crucial for maintaining the highest safety standards and meeting stringent aviation regulations.

No-Cost FOD Management

Airside is the FOD antidote. Being such a critical part of airport safety, we’re pleased to offer it at no cost to airports worldwide.

We’re proud to offer this safety capability on a global basis to create safer air travel for all.

Ready to see how easy it is to start using Airside to protect your airfield and elevate your operational efficiency?

Schedule a demo and learn more about this innovative solution.

Contact us today !