PA.II.D.R1FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management

Activities and distractions.

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Activities and distractions.

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Since inattention and confusion often are factors contributing to runway incursion, it is important to remain extremely cautious and maintain situational awareness (SA). There is no place for non-essential chatter or other activities while maintaining vigilance during taxi. All checklists should be completed while the aircraft is stopped.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-33) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-2) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AC 91-73, para. 7b — AC No: 91-73B
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