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Human factors associated with spin instruction.
Human factors associated with spin instruction.
Bottom line
Most stall/spin accidents occurred when the pilot's attention was diverted from the primary task of flying the aircraft. Intentional practice of stalls and spins seldom resulted in an accident; the real danger was inadvertent stalls induced by distractions during routine flight situations. Instructors should stay alert for the unexpected from the learner or external elements and be prepared to take over control of the aircraft.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 60% of stall/spin accidents | Takeoff/Landing |
| 20% preceded by engine failure | Engine failure |
FAA references
- AIH ch. 9 (pp. 9-9–9-10) — FAA-H-8083-9B
- AIH ch. 10 (pp. 10-6–10-7) — FAA-H-8083-9B
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
- AIH ch. 8 (p. 8-5) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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