AI and the Future of Load Control: Why Human Expertise Still Matters
The aviation industry is entering a new era of digital transformation. Artificial intelligence (AI), advanced automation and increasingly intelligent weight and balance systems are reshaping how airlines manage aircraft loading and operational decision-making. As these technologies continue to evolve, the role of the Load Controller is evolving alongside them. At Global Load Control (GLC), we […]
The Future of Flight Management and Load Control
The latest Flight Management User Group (FMUG), hosted by Air France at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, brought together aviation professionals from across the industry to discuss the future of flight management, load control and operational support. Representing Global Load Control (GLC) at the event was Configuration Specialist, Beatrix Eickhoff, who joined airline and industry […]
Supporting Smarter Airline Operations in an Increasingly Complex Industry
The aviation industry continues to operate in an environment shaped by disruption, operational complexity, evolving customer expectations and increasing pressure to improve efficiency across the network. From geopolitical instability and airspace disruptions to aircraft delivery delays, rising operational costs and ongoing resource challenges, airlines are being required to operate with greater agility and resilience than […]
From Talent to Operations: Bridging Theory and Practice in Global Aviation
In aviation, precision and real-time coordination are critical. But behind every safe and efficient operation is something even more important: people. At Global Load Control (GLC), we recently welcomed postgraduate students from the University of Manchester, completing a Master’s in Human Resource Development (International Development). Their visit aimed to connect academic theory with real-world organisational practice. […]
Just Culture in Aviation Operations at GLC
As airline operations become more complex and globally distributed, maintaining safe, consistent and resilient operations depends on more than systems and processes alone. It also depends on culture. At GLC, Just Culture is a key part of how we operate across our Centralised Load Control and remote aviation services. What Just Culture Means in Practice Just Culture creates […]
Celebrating Team Milestones at GLC’s Anniversary Dinner
Last week, Global Load Control (GLC) gathered in Cape Town for its annual anniversary dinner, celebrating important team milestones and recognising colleagues who have dedicated many years to supporting complex airline operations around the world. Set against magnificent views of Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, with the sun setting over the Atlantic Ocean, the […]
GLC Joins Aviation Safety Leaders at the GHI Safety Conference
Global Load Control (GLC) recently participated in the inaugural GHI Safety Conference hosted by Ground Handling International at London Gatwick Airport, bringing together aviation safety professionals from across the global industry. Representing GLC, Operational Enablement Executive Chanelle Fortune attended the conference to exchange insights, benchmark operational best practices and engage with safety leaders focused on strengthening […]
Inside Ramp Operations: Hands-On Training for Load Control
Behind every on-time departure is a coordinated network of teams, processes, and precise timing. For load control professionals, understanding what happens on the ramp is essential to planning safe and efficient flights. As part of Global Load Control’s ongoing operational training and commitment to high-quality load control services, our agents recently participated in ramp walkthroughs […]
Strengthening Collaboration at the Scoot Groundhandling Conference
GLC recently had the opportunity to attend the Scoot Groundhandling Conference in Singapore, which brought together more than 200 participants from across multiple operational and support departments. Conferences like these play a vital role in creating shared understanding across airline operations. They provide valuable insight into the real day-to-day challenges, priorities and dependencies faced by […]
Welcoming Scoot to GLC in Cape Town
At Global Load Control (GLC), we value the strong, long-term relationships we build with our airline partners. This week, we were delighted to welcome Baljit Singh, Manager Ground Services at Scoot, to our Cape Town office as part of our ongoing commitment to quality, alignment and consistent operational delivery. Scoot has partnered with GLC since […]