Discussion on APS Theory of Aircraft Maintenance Management and Prevention of Human Error

Abstract

One of the main purposes of maintenance management is to reduce human error and improve the safety of aircrafts. On May 2014, China Southern Airline puts forward the APS theory of Aircraft Maintenance Management. Data on large aircrafts collected since 2013, shows that due to the application of APS, the safety assurance of the aircrafts has steadily improved. In 2016, accidents caused by human were eliminated. This paper illustrates how APS ensures the safe operation and prevents human error.