AI.VII.E.K5FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge

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Common errors related to this Task.

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The FAA defines an error as a deviation from an intended or expected action caused by the flight crew that causes confusion, increases workload, absorbs attention, reduces safety margins, increases risk, and may lead to undesired aircraft states. There are two kinds of errors: slips and mistakes.

FAA references

  1. RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
  2. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-33) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-24) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. RMH ch. 7 (p. 7-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  5. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-14) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  7. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-41) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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