The WATS 2023 Maintenance Conference featured a myriad of thoughtful presentations on topics such as human factors in maintenance, installing a safety culture, virtual reality vs. instructor-led training and resilience. Robert W. Moorman provides the highlights from the two days in Florida.

Separating hype from reality in the race to certify green-friendly electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) and electric conventional takeoff and landing (eCTOL) aircraft is challenging. Robert W. Moorman updates sector leaders as they move to certify their offerings within the next few years.

CAT’s Robert W. Moorman touched base with Marilyn Pearson, Co-Chair of the G-35, and Global Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Advanced Air Mobility and eVTOL at CAE, on the group’s progress

Robert W. Moorman interviewed Robin Riedel, Partner and Global Co-Leader of McKinsey and Company’s Disruptive Aerospace unit. 

CAT’s Robert W. Moorman spoke with Dr. Bill about his legendary career and the forthcoming 25^th WATS.

Introducing Matthew McNeil, a former airline pilot with human factors experience. Matthew is the Founder, President and Clinical Director of Denver-based LiftAffect, which provides mental health services to pilots, such as psychotherapy and mental skills counseling.

The University of Iowa may not have the visibility of some aviation schools, but the institution is well known for important research for the civil and military sectors. Robert W. Moorman spoke with their principals.