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IR.I.A.R2FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Risk management

Personal minimums.

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Personal minimums.

Bottom line

Pilot error often results from an over-estimate of capability, a lack of preparation for flight, or a failure to prioritize safety. Once developed, a personal minimums checklist will give you a clear and concise reference point for making your go/no-go or continue/discontinue decisions.

FAA references

  1. RMH chs. 1, 2 (pp. 1-3, 2-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  2. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-8) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-17) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. IFH ch. 10 (p. 10-28) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  5. IFH ch. 10 (p. 10-29) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  6. RMH ch. 5 (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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