IV. AUDIENCE: The following (fictional) press release contains information of importance to our company. For the purpose of this assessment, consider the subject airport to be an alternate base of operations for Berry Aviation (i.e. – aircraft and crews will periodically remain overnight and initiate flight operations from this location). Also, assume this content is brand new information to all employees at Berry Aviation. Use of specific employee names or aircraft information are inconsequential. Tone and content are key.
News Release – Airport Manager
Ryland Municipal Airport (KRNM), New Mexico June 13, 2021
On Sep 27, 2021 the Corgal Corporation will initiate drone flying operations at Ryland Municipal Airport. Corgal is a multi-national technology firm hired by Parker County to provide overwatch and surveillance to critical infrastructure properties in the local area. Corgal drones are equipped with infrared still camera, standard digital video recorder, long-range microphone, and GPS tracking capabilities. The R-711D Kestral is a small industry- leading drone with an extensive flight time (approximately 2 hours) and .... [truncated]
Compose three short messages, using applicable information from the press release above, addressed to the specific audiences listed below. Use the three prompts below to determine what information you believe should be included in each message. Fully consider the sending office and their designated audience. These messages need not be complex or lengthy. Tone, content, and audience are the primary objectives.
1. Write a email brief message from the BAI Operations Officer to company managers.
2. Compose a short Safety Bulletin from the BAI Director of Safety to all employees.
3. Draft a “Flight Operations Bulletin” from the BAI Chief Pilot to all company pilots.