Pilot Proficiency

Flight Deck Scripts for Life

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

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Key Takeaways:

The "script," a set of standardized callouts and procedures, is crucial for effective crew coordination and managing the rapid pace of events in multi-pilot jet operations.
New pilot monitoring (PM) trainees must pre-memorize this script to become active risk management partners, ensuring timely actions and preventing critical events from getting ahead of the crew.
Failure to master the script is a primary reason for difficulty transitioning to active duty, as it compromises the PM's ability to support the pilot flying and maintain safety.
The concept of a guiding "script" for collaborative efforts extends beyond aviation to other professional fields and even single-pilot operations, ensuring preparedness and smooth execution.

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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.