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Beyond Formal Risk Management

Back in the day, the formal risk management techniques applying to contemporary general aviation hadnt been invented yet, so most pilots were on their own. How did they survive? Here are the main factors the author attributes to his success.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The author attributes his survival in general aviation to meticulous, long-range flight planning, including weather monitoring and flexible scheduling to avoid adverse conditions.
  • A cautious and disciplined approach involved adding extra safety margins, learning from early "unwanted adventures," and making timely, effective decisions to manage risks.
  • Strategic adoption of technology, such as autopilots for fatigue reduction and graphic weather devices, significantly enhanced both safety and utility.
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Back in the day, the formal risk management techniques applying to contemporary general aviation hadn’t been invented yet, so most pilots were on their own. How did they survive? Here are the main factors the author attributes to his success.

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