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Q 1. Discuss the overall objectives of an aviation safety program. (8 points)2. Discuss in detail at least two examples of how reactive safety measures can be utilized in the aviation industry, along with why the reactive approach is the correct method to utilize in those examples. (8 points)3. Discuss in detail at least two examples of how proactive safety measures can be utilized in the aviation industry, along with why the proactive approach is the correct method to utilize in those examples. (8 points)4. Discuss in detail at least two examples of how predictive safety measures can be utilized in the aviation industry, along with why the predictive approach is the correct method to utilize in those examples. (8 points)5. Discuss at least five latent conditions that are often present in aviation organizations, and explain why each of these conditions exist. (8 points)6. In the Reason chapters, there is a statement to the effect, “Situations are more amenable to improvement than are people.” What exactly does this statement mean in terms of organizational versus behavioral safety? How does this relate to safety management? (8 points)7. Explain the “Swiss cheese” model of hazards and defenses in detail. (8 points)8. For the case study provided (Alaska Flight 261) please discuss: (8 points)9. For the case study provided (Alaska Flight 261) please discuss: (9 points

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An aviation safety program must ensure that there are fatal risks minimized for passengers and crew members on air and on ground. Such programs must aim the establishment of commitment from senior management for providing absolute safety in aviation industry organizations. There must be definition of standardized processes, systems and methods by such programs. There must be a concrete organizational structure obtained by operations of such programs.