Thankfully, most of my operations are fairly routine, and not too demanding of my average skills. The trick, of course, is keeping them sharp and knowing when to avoid a situation demanding more than I have to give. Thats one result of being trained by older instructors instead of time-building youngsters and accumulating a bit of experience over the years. 288
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Thankfully, most of my operations are fairly routine, and not too demanding of my average skills. The trick, of course, is keeping them sharp and knowing when to avoid a situation demanding more than I have to give. Thats one result of being trained by older instructors instead of time-building youngsters and accumulating a bit of experience over the years.
Key Takeaways:
- General aviation (GA) pilot training is increasingly conducted by less experienced instructors, leading to new pilots who are technically proficient but often lack crucial real-world judgment and decision-making skills.
- This deficiency in judgment is cited as a reason for stagnant accident rates, despite advancements in aircraft safety and technology.
- A proposed solution is to significantly enhance risk management education early in a pilot's training, emphasizing the consideration of factors like weather, fatigue, and fuel requirements.
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