The Importance of Good Leadership in Any Civil Aviation System
In an industry where highly complex operations are carried out every day, and where lives depend on the proper functioning of the system, leadership is essential to maintaining high standards of operational safety.
State of Dominican Civil Aviation and Its Challenges for 2026
Dominican civil aviation finds itself at a crossroads, created by the com-bination of rapid growth and deep operational safety problems.
Space Rocket Debris Poses a Serious Risk to Aviation in Our Region
A recent report by The Wall Street Journal states that the U.S. government has concluded that these explosions could be “potentially catastrophic” for aircraft in flight, identifying a swath of airspace north of the Dominican Republic as posing the highest risk.
The Captains Council Recommends Adjustments to the E-Ticket Process for Entry to and Exit from the Dominican Republic
The Captains Council expresses its concern regarding the failures experienced this morning in the electronic data collection system for entry to and exit from the Dominican Republic, known as the E-Ticket, which have clearly exposed significant weaknesses in the manner in which its completion is currently being required. The mandatory completion of the E-Ticket exclusively through […]
Resilience, Mentorship, and the Seat at the Table
Marisol Chalas speech honoring Hispanic Business Champions at Seton Hall University for the Business in New Jersey Everyday (BINJE) initiative.
High levels of taxes and operational costs reduce the competitiveness of Dominican airlines
The Dominican Republic ranks as one of the most expensive countries in the Americas to operate an airline, even as it seeks to compete with the world’s largest and most efficient carriers.
Coalition of Pilots activates disaster action plan in support of authorities due to Tropical Storm Melissa
We call on all pilots and aircraft owners in the country and abroad who wish to join search, spotting, transport, observation, dispatch, and other operations in support of the Dominican authorities.
Dominican Aviation: Between Protectionism and Expansion
At first glance, this protectionist philosophy might seem like a good idea to protect national jobs. The problem arises when we seek to grow the industry rapidly, as has happened in recent years.
Air Accident in Washington D.C.: When Routine Becomes Risk
The accident reflects what we call in aviation the “chain of errors”: multiple small failures that, when combined, lead to tragedy. Contributing factors here included the lack of effective separation, the possible absence of collision alert systems, poor communication, and the simultaneous operation of military and commercial traffic.
Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA) Program and Its Potential Use in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is currently experiencing a significant renaissance in the aviation sector, driven by major investments in infrastructure and aeronautical development. However, this rapid growth has outpaced the availability of trained personnel with operational experience within the country.