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Pilot Deviations

One of the most feared calls a pilot can receive is, “Possible pilot deviation. Advise you contact [facility] at [phone number].” Now what?

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Key Takeaways:

  • A "Brasher Warning" is a timely ATC notification of a *possible* pilot deviation, designed to allow pilots to recall events and prepare their account before any formal FAA investigation.
  • The FAA operates under a "Safety Culture" that prioritizes understanding the root causes of errors and fostering open communication over punitive actions, aiming to enhance overall aviation safety.
  • Upon receiving a Brasher Warning, pilots should remain calm, thoroughly review flight details, and engage in a factual, transparent, and non-confrontational discussion with the facility, as this initial contact may resolve the issue.
  • Pilots are not always at fault for a "possible" deviation; ATC errors can sometimes lead to such warnings, and pilots are encouraged to question any instruction they deem unsafe.
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