Industry Panel Discussion

On 30 October 2025, UNSW School of Aviation hosted the second in our Industry Panel Discussion Series for the year, exploring the topic of Air Incident Investigation and what it takes to be a good investigator.  

The aviation industry is evolving its approach to incident investigation, moving beyond purely technical expertise to embrace a broader understanding of human factors, organisational culture, and systemic issues. Our expert panelists brought diverse perspectives and real-world experience from across the globe to this important conversation, offering invaluable insights into how we can better understand what contributes to good air incident investigation, decision making and its role in evolving safety standards.  

A huge thank you to our outstanding panelists Dr. Curtis Calabrese, Clare Fry, James Barnett and David Wilson for sharing their expertise and to our Head of School, Professor Brett Molesworth, for expertly guiding the discussion. These events strengthen the vital connection between industry and academia, creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue on the issues shaping aviation's future.  

You can listen to this panel discussion on the Australian Aviation Podcast Channel here