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IMPA Safety Campaign 2021


published on 9 September 2021 229 -

The IMPA safety campaign will be running from 1st to 15th October 2021. 
Your contribution and participation are key to achieve a 100% compliance on pilot boarding transfer arrangements. Previous results of this initiative have led flags to initiate Concentrated Inspection Campaigns (CIC) on pilot ladder deficiencies, and this is thanks to your participation! 

You can download the form here: IMPA Safety Campaign 2021 Form.pdf  

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