Although many learning experiences come from our own cockpits, we also can learn from listening to the pros. The howling snowstorm outside my house had forced me to cancel my plans to practice local instrument approaches. I still wanted to do something aviation-related, and this day that meant listening to the nearby approach control frequency. 288
Hearing Is Believing
Although many learning experiences come from our own cockpits, we also can learn from listening to the pros. The howling snowstorm outside my house had forced me to cancel my plans to practice local instrument approaches. I still wanted to do something aviation-related, and this day that meant listening to the nearby approach control frequency.
Key Takeaways:
- A regional turboprop crew demonstrated exemplary cockpit discipline by electing not to attempt an instrument approach when runway visual range (RVR) was just below their minimums during a severe snowstorm.
- Working calmly with air traffic control, they held for an hour while continuously assessing options before deciding to return to their origin airport.
- The crew's professional behavior, prioritizing safety and strict adherence to rules over "get-there-itis," serves as a vital lesson and role model for all instrument-rated pilots.
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