Loss of Control, also referred to as LOC, is one of the most common causes of fatal general aviation accidents, representing more than 1,200 fatal accidents in the past 10 years, according to the FAA. As such, it is one of the focuses of the FAA’s effort in reducing the risk of flying. The effort is part of the “#FlySafe” campaign, which the agency is heading up together with the GA community.
FAA Continues Work on LOC Prevention
Key Takeaways:
- Loss of Control (LOC) is a leading cause of fatal general aviation accidents, responsible for over 1,200 fatalities in the last decade.
- The FAA's #FlySafe campaign, in partnership with the GA community, aims to reduce the risk of LOC by highlighting solutions and common errors.
- A recent FAA document identifies key factors contributing to LOC, including unstabilized approaches, distractions, botched missed approaches, lack of planning, and insufficient training, while emphasizing the importance of stabilized approaches and go-arounds.
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