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  • Chapter 8: Aeronautical Decision-Making in Flight › Single-Pilot Resource Management

    some cases, the procedures for new equipment affect the aircraft checklists. A short video on modern installations and checklist management is available here. In a single-pilot operation, pilots often gather, organize, and manage available resources before flight to make ... needed information at hand. For example, while en route to an airport the aircraft alternator fails. After completing the appropriate checklist, the alternator remains off line, and the battery will only provide electricity for a short time. The pilot decides…

  • Chapter 9: Flight Manuals and Other Documents › Placards › Emergency Procedures (Section 3)

    follow the abbreviated checklist. To be prepared for emergency situations, memorize the immediate action items and, after completion, refer to the appropriate checklist. Figure 9-5. Placards are used to depict aircraft limitations. Manufacturers may include an optional subsection entitled…

  • Chapter 9: Approaches and Landings › Final Approach › Stabilized Approach Concept

    setting. The pilot should use a power setting appropriate for the aircraft configuration and not below the minimum power for approach as defined by the AFM. 7. Briefings and checklists. Completing all briefings and checklists prior to initiating the approach…

  • Chapter 6: Threat and Error Management › Defenses Provided by the Pilot or Crew › Flying Skills (The Last Resort)

    task in a similar manner each time regardless of proficiency. For example, completing the preflight inspection of the aircraft by using and following the approved checklist every time is a mark of discipline. Discipline also affects aeronautical decision-making ... either provided to the pilot or provided by the pilot. Pilots should perceive threats and errors and respond appropriately. The response may require the use of an appropriate checklist or may require more complex decision-making. A trained, proficient…

  • Chapter 7: Automation & Flight Path Management › Balancing Automated & Manual Flight

    appropriate checklists. These tasks will increase workload and divert pilot attention from monitoring and controlling the flight path. If using an autopilot to track the approach, the automation performs the control inputs and allows the pilot to complete other tasks…

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Flight Training › Safety Considerations › Use of Checklists

    actions have been completed with emphasis on the “check” in checklist. However, checklists are of no value if the pilot is not committed to using them. Without discipline and dedication to using the appropriate checklists at the appropriate times…