PL.VIII.D.R4
Risk managementWhen to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation.
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- Chapter 4. Air Traffic Control › Section 3. Airport Operations › 4-3-20. Standard Taxi Routes
pilot is encouraged to either seek clarification from ATC or decline the STR assignment. 4. Pilots who become disoriented during taxi should advise ATC immediately and request detailed taxi instructions or other assistance. 5. An STR instruction does not constitute…
- Chapter 2: Aeronautical Decision-Making › Hazard and Risk › Assessing Risk
flying skills in this environment. Several risk assessment models are available to assist in the process of assessing risk. The models, all taking slightly different approaches, seek a common goal of assessing risk in an objective manner. The most basic…
- Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors › Health and Physiological Factors Affecting Pilot Performance › Hydraulic Fluid
source of exposure and into fresh air. If respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea, or unconsciousness occurs, seek immediate medical attention. If breathing stops, assisted ventilation is required via a bag-valve-mask or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). • Ingestion—seek immediate medical attention…
- Pilot/Controller Glossary › S
intended to be used by aircraft designed to operate on water. SEARCH AND RESCUE- A service which seeks missing aircraft and assists those found to be in need of assistance. It is a cooperative effort using the facilities and services…
- Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors › Hydraulic Fluid › Altitude-Induced Decompression Sickness (DCS)
affected area still; do not try to work pain out by moving the joint around. • Upon landing, seek medical assistance from an FAA medical officer, AME, military flight surgeon, or a hyperbaric medicine specialist. Be aware that a physician…
- Chapter 11: Helicopter Emergencies and Hazards › Lost Procedures
Having fuel delivered is a minor inconvenience when compared to having an accident. Once on the ground, pilots may seek assistance…