Mastering Mountain Flying
Flight instructors should encourage their students to attend a quality mountain flying course before attempting flight in mountainous terrain or at high density altitudes.
NTSB Safety Alert Highlights
Mastering Mountain FlyingUnderstanding Flight ExperiencePerform Advanced Preflight After Maintenance
Key Takeaways:
- Pilots should seek specialized training, local consultation, and prepare for unique challenges (weather, emergencies) when flying in mountainous terrain.
- Continuous and specific flight training is crucial for proficiency, including type-specific instruction, refreshers, and advanced avionics training.
- A meticulous preflight inspection, especially after maintenance, is vital to ensure proper control function, and pilots should be prepared to abort takeoff if any issues arise.
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