Pilot Proficiency

Flight Deck Scripts for Life

Thursday, October 01, 2020 at 03:29 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The "script" in aviation refers to standardized callouts and procedures for the Pilot Monitoring (PM) in multi-crew operations, essential for maintaining flight pace, crew coordination, and safety.
Mastery of this script is critical for new airline pilots; unpreparedness hinders their ability to keep pace with flight events and effectively support the Pilot Flying (PF).
The PM's role is expansive, acting as a crucial risk management partner who actively monitors the PF for adherence to limitations, procedures, and overall flight safety.
Beyond aviation, the concept of a "script" is valuable in any collaborative effort or even single-pilot flying, ensuring systematic task management and preparedness.

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John King started King Schools Inc., with his wife, Martha, in a spare bedroom of their home. Today, the school operates out of a dedicated complex in San Diego, California, that includes a video and software production facility. John and Martha have shared flying and teaching aviation for more than 50 years.