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.
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.
Key Takeaways:
- The author attributed survival in early general aviation to extensive pre-flight planning (up to 10 days ahead, focusing on weather and maintenance) and exercising extreme caution by adding excessive safety margins.
- Flexibility in adapting travel plans (e.g., changing departure dates or routes to avoid weather) and leveraging technology like autopilots and graphic weather devices were crucial for safety and utility.
- Disciplined and timely tactical decision-making was paramount for effective risk management and safe flight operations, outweighing mere stick-and-rudder skills.
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