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  • Glossary › Domestic Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum

    breeze that blows in the opposite direction by day. Land as soon as possible. Land without delay at the nearest suitable area, such as an open field, at which a safe approach and landing is assured. Land as soon ... landing site and duration of flight are at the discretion of the pilot. Extended flight beyond the nearest approved landing area is not recommended. Land immediately. The urgency of the landing is paramount. The primary consideration is to ensure…

  • Chapter 14: Airport Operations › Collision Avoidance › Clearing Procedures

    prior to taxiing onto a runway or landing area in preparation for takeoff, pilots should scan the approach area for possible landing traffic, executing appropriate maneuvers to provide a clear view of the approach areas. • Climbs and descents—during climbs…

  • Glossary › Pilot’s Operating Handbook/Airplane Flight Manual

    helicopter instrument approach procedure to a missed approach point more than 2,600 feet from an associated helicopter landing area…

  • Chapter 2: Aeronautical Decision-Making › Hazard and Risk › V = EnVironment

    airplane related. It can include such factors as weather, air traffic control, navigational aids (NAVAIDS), terrain, takeoff and landing areas, and surrounding obstacles. Weather is one element that can change drastically over time and distance. A pilot was landing…

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Risk Management › Risk Management Analysis Using the PAVE Checklist

    pilot or airplane related, including such factors as weather, air traffic control (ATC), navigational aids (NAVAIDS), terrain, takeoff and landing areas, and surrounding obstacles. Weather is one element that can change drastically over time and distance. The interaction between…

  • Appendix B: Risk Management Tools › Risk Assessment Tools Identifying, Assessing, & Mitigating Risk › Risk Identification Tools

    pilot or airplane related, including such factors as weather, air traffic control (ATC), navigational aids (NAVAIDS), terrain, takeoff and landing areas, and surrounding obstacles. Weather is one element that can change drastically over time and distance. The interaction between…