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CA.V.D.R1FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management

Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation.

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Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation.

Bottom line

Many flight deck distractions begin as a minor problem, such as a gauge that is not reading correctly, but result in accidents as the pilot diverts attention to the perceived problem and neglects to properly control the aircraft. Pilots can improve flight safety significantly by reducing distractions during critical phases of flight.

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 9 (pp. 9-9–9-10) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. AFH ch. 5, Human Factors (pp. 5-2–5-3) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-13) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  4. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-30) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AFH ch. 10 (p. 10-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. AFH ch. 7 (p. 7-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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