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Enhanced AT-CTI Implementation
This case study examines UND’s implementation of the FAA’s Enhanced AT-CTI, detailing phased integration of high-fidelity ATC simulators, adult learner adaptation, operational efficiencies, and strategic recommendations to sustain immersive training in collegiate aviation.
· Mathew Lewallen
Johannes Kepler
Johannes Kepler, a 16th century scholar diverted from theology to astronomy, broke from geocentrism to establish three planetary motion laws, devised orbital mechanics tools (Kepler’s equation, COEs), influenced Newton’s gravitation, and advanced vision science.
· Mathew Lewallen
Air-Space Traffic Integration Safety
Safe air-space integration is vital as space operations grow. Reviews air traffic management, debris mitigation, and coordination. Highlights tools like SDI, TBO, and machine learning to boost joint airspace safety. Keywords: air traffic, space traffic, airspace integration, spacecraft debris.
· Mathew Lewallen
The Evolving World of Aerospace: How Technology and Innovation Are Reaching New Heights
The aerospace industry pushes boundaries every year, blending aviation, space, and defense. As new technology accelerates, the results touch commercial flight, military defense, research, and even how we connect on Earth and beyond.
· Mathew Lewallen
Air and Space Traffic Deconfliction
Commercial space growth is straining air traffic management: launches and recoveries intrude on airspace, causing delays and safety risks. This paper reviews deconfliction methods—NOTAMs, predictive analytics, AI—and calls for updated regulations and tech to enable efficient, safe integration.
· Mathew Lewallen
Human Factors in Germanwings Flight 9525
Using HFACS and Swiss Cheese models, this study examines Germanwings Flight 9525, revealing how overlooked pilot mental health, supervisory lapses, and organizational gaps aligned to cause the crash. It highlights the need for improved screening, reporting, and safety culture reforms.
· Mathew Lewallen
Human Factor Implications in the Future
Using HFACS and the Swiss Cheese Model, this study dissects the Germanwings 9525 and Shaw AFB F-16CM crashes, revealing latent supervisory and organizational failures beyond pilot error. It guides stakeholders in proactive safety improvements and urges AI integration.
· Mathew Lewallen
Human Factors in Aviation
Using HFACS and the Swiss Cheese model, this study analyzes Germanwings 9525 and Shaw AFB F-16CM crashes, showing that beyond pilot error, latent supervisory and organizational failures played key roles. It urges expanding human-factor frameworks to encompass AI and new aviation tech.
· Mathew Lewallen
Review of Law Practices in Air and Space Traffic Deconfliction
Air and space traffic overlap is outpacing existing laws. Today’s NOTAM-based restrictions lack mandatory spacecraft rules, a clear boundary between air and space, and unified international standards. We call for a global consensus to harmonize legal frameworks.
· Mathew Lewallen
No man’s airspace: Why our skies aren’t ready for the space boom
SpaceX Starship tests grounded Florida flights, exposing clashes between rockets and airliners. With launches set to double by 2028, static no-fly zones disrupt hundreds of flights. We need real-time rocket tracking for dynamic, precise airspace management.
· Mathew Lewallen