Mastering Mountain Flying
Flight instructors should encourage their students to attend a quality mountain flying course before attempting flight in mountainous terrain or at high density altitudes.
NTSB Safety Alert Highlights
Mastering Mountain FlyingUnderstanding Flight ExperiencePerform Advanced Preflight After Maintenance
Key Takeaways:
- Prioritize specialized training for specific environments (e.g., mountains), aircraft types, and advanced systems, and obtain refresher training after long periods of inactivity.
- Always consult local experts and be acutely aware of environmental hazards, especially in challenging terrain, and carry appropriate emergency equipment.
- Conduct thorough preflight inspections, particularly after maintenance, verifying control movement and system functionality, and be prepared to abort takeoff if anything seems amiss.
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