AA.I.E.R5FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Crew coordination.

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Crew coordination.

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CRM training focuses on situation awareness, communication skills, teamwork, task allocation, and decisionmaking within a comprehensive framework of standard operating procedures (SOP). Using standardized interactions, work as a team to enhance awareness, manage stress, and mitigate fear.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-2) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AC 61-138, paras. 14.4.1.2, 14.4.2.2 — AC No: 61-138A
  3. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-26) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AFH ch. 5, Academic Material (Knowledge and Risk Management) (p. 5-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AC 120-51, para. 7a — AC No: 120-51E
  6. 14 CFR 121.907 (Definitions.) — eCFR current as of 2026-10-01
  7. AC 120-51, para. 1 — AC No: 120-51E
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