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 the most common cause of fatal general aviation accidents, accounting for over 1,200 deaths in the past decade.
- The FAA's #FlySafe campaign, in collaboration with the GA community, aims to reduce LOC risks by addressing common errors.
- Key factors contributing to LOC include unstable approaches (and failure to go around), distractions, insufficient planning, and a lack of training.
- The FAA encourages pilots to join the #FlySafe campaign and utilize the expert-developed LOC solutions provided monthly.
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