Controlling Pilot Error: Controlled Flight Into Terrain (Cfit/Cftt) - Paperback

by Daryl Smith (Author)

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CONTROLLED FLIGHT INTO TERRAIN

Be alert to the impossible.

*Conduct a guided self-assessment that reveals any hidden dangers in your technique, knowledge, or proficiency
*Correct risk-laden approaches to time and planning, weather decisions, situational awareness, automation, procedures, and other factors
*Learn disaster-warning signs from case studies and expert insights
*Enhance preparedness for emergencies
*Transition from VFR to IFR safety
*Avoid equipment problems, air controller error, or your own complacency

FAST & FOCUSED RX FOR PILOT ERROR

The most effective aviation safety tools available, CONTROLLING PILOT ERROR guides offer you expert protection against the causes of up to 80% of aviation accidents--pilot mistakes. Each title provides:

*Related case studies
*Valuable "save yourself" techniques and safety tips
*Clear and concise analysis of error sets

BEST FOR PILOTS

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE BASE--INCREASE YOUR CONFIDENCE--SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS--LEARN LIFESAVING TIPS

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CONTROLLED FLIGHT INTO TERRAIN

Be alert to the impossible.

*Conduct a guided self-assessment that reveals any hidden dangers in your technique, knowledge, or proficiency
*Correct risk-laden approaches to time and planning, weather decisions, situational awareness, automation, procedures, and other factors
*Learn disaster-warning signs from case studies and expert insights
*Enhance preparedness for emergencies
*Transition from VFR to IFR safety
*Avoid equipment problems, air controller error, or your own complacency

FAST & FOCUSED RX FOR PILOT ERROR

The most effective aviation safety tools available, CONTROLLING PILOT ERROR guides offer you expert protection against the causes of up to 80% of aviation accidents--pilot mistakes. Each title provides:

*Related case studies
*Valuable "save yourself" techniques and safety tips
*Clear and concise analysis of error sets

BEST FOR PILOTS

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE BASE--INCREASE YOUR CONFIDENCE--SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS--LEARN LIFESAVING TIPS

Author Biography

Daryl R. Smith, Ph.D., is a pilot, human factors engineer, aviation psychology professor, and lieutenant colonel at the United States Air Force Academy, where he teaches a number of performance-related courses to the next generation of warrior pilots. He has flown and instructed in multi-engine crewed aircraft as well as trainers. He resides near Colorado Springs with his wife Laura and children Ryan, Stephanie, and Andrew.