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PA.VI.C.R5FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management

Using available resources (e.g., automation, ATC, and flight deck planning aids).

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Using available resources (e.g., automation, ATC, and flight deck planning aids).

Bottom line

The automation intended to reduce pilot workload essentially removes the pilot from the process of managing the aircraft, thereby reducing situational awareness and leading to complacency. Information from these systems needs to be continually monitored to ensure proper situational awareness.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-14) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-26) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-31) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-35) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  6. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  7. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-23) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  8. RMH ch. 6 (p. 6-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  9. RMH ch. 8 (p. 8-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  10. AIM 5-1-16 (RNAV and RNP Operations) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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