The NYPD’s Aviation Unit Commanding Officer, Winston Faison, was dismissed after attempting to impede an FAA investigation into serious safety breaches. Complaints against Faison included nearly crashing a helicopter during a training exercise and violating operating procedures by flying in the wrong seat. His neglect of pre-flight inspections led to dangerous conditions, such as flying with an oil leak. Additionally, he was accused of bypassing departmental rules by hiring unapproved personnel and endangering aviation safety with reckless flying practices.
The head of the NYPD's Aviation Unit, Winston Faison, attempted to obstruct an FAA probe into his repeated safety breaches, leading to his removal.
Faison displayed incompetence by nearly crashing a training helicopter, violating operational rules, and failing to perform required pre-flight checks.
Whistleblowers reported that Faison oversaw significant safety violations including hiring without proper authorization and endangering helicopter operations with reckless actions.
There were numerous internal complaints against Faison, exacerbated by his volatile response to an FAA inspection that cited safety concerns.
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