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Risk management

When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation.

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  • Chapter 11: Emergency Operations › Analog Instrument Failure

    aircraft. Usually, the next step is to advise ATC of the problem and, if necessary, declare an emergency before the situation deteriorates beyond the pilot’s ability to recover…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Appendix A: Emergency Procedures › Instrument Failure

    aircraft control and navigate the aircraft. ATC should be notified of the problem and, if necessary, declare an emergency before the situation deteriorates beyond the ability to recover. Pitot/Static System Failure A pitot or static system failure can also cause…