Commercial Pilot for Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating › II. Preflight Procedures › Task B. Flight Deck Management

CH.II.B.K2

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Use of appropriate checklists.

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Risk Management Handbook p. 6-5
Chapter 6: Threat and Error Management › Defenses Provided by the Pilot or Crew › Flying Skills (The Last Resort)
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. A disciplined pilot will ... 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, and disciplined pilot uses appropriate threat and error management strategies…
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge p. 9-4
Chapter 9: Flight Manuals and Other Documents › Placards › Performance (Section 5)
checklists to provide more detailed information about the various previously mentioned procedures. To avoid missing important steps, always use the appropriate checklists when available. Consistent adherence to approved checklists is a sign of a disciplined and competent pilot. Performance (Section ... performance, and landing performance. Figure 9-6 is an example of a typical performance graph. For more information on use of the charts, graphs, and tables, refer to Chapter 10, Aircraft Performance…
Risk Management Handbook p. 6-3
Chapter 6: Threat and Error Management › Defenses Provided to the Pilot or Crew › External Resources
specific duties to a passenger who can help monitor certain conditions or read a checklist. Pilots should consider how to use an additional person appropriately since a resource could also introduce threats. External Resources Flight service personnel are a valuable…
Risk Management Handbook p. 8-3
Chapter 8: Aeronautical Decision-Making in Flight › Single-Pilot Resource Management
valuable single-pilot resource if the pilot uses the equipment proficiently and adjusts procedures appropriately. In some cases, the procedures for new equipment affect the aircraft checklists. A short video on modern installations and checklist management is available here…
Risk Management Handbook p. 7-2
Chapter 7: Automation & Flight Path Management › Balancing Automated & Manual Flight
approach procedure, prepare for the instrument approach, and accomplish the 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…
Standard Operating Procedures and Pilot Monitoring Duties for Flight Deck Crewmembers p. 5-1
Chapter 5. DEVELOPING CHECKLISTS
value if the flightcrew is not committed to their use. Without discipline and dedication to using the checklist at the appropriate times, errors will inevitably occur. Although it may be published in a manual, a checklist is designed for independent…