Pilot Hazardous Attitudes and Their Antidotes
Pilot Hazardous Attitudes and Their Antidotes In aviation, a pilot’s mindset can be as critical as their technical skills. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identifies five hazardous attitudes that can compromise flight safety. Recognizing and countering these attitudes with specific antidotes is essential for safe decision-making. This post explores these hazardous attitudes and provides practical antidotes to foster safer flying practices. 1. Anti-Authority: “Don’t Tell Me What to Do” Description: Pilots with an anti-authority attitude resist rules, regulations, or advice from others, believing they know better. This can lead to disregarding air traffic control (ATC) instructions, skipping checklists, or ignoring weather briefings. ...