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Pilot Professionalism

This presentation focuses on the importance of pilot professionalism and adherence to procedures in order to enhance aviation safety. It discusses the implications of noncompliance with sterile cockpit requirements, the need for leadership training, and the risks associated with personal portable electronic devices. The presentation also highlights safety recommendations and industry changes related to these issues.

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Pilot Professionalism

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  1. Pilot Professionalism Human Performance presentation

  2. Adherence to Procedures • Conversation during descent contrary to sterile cockpit requirements • Conversation ended about 2 minutes before low-speed cue appearance • Reduced time and attention for operational tasks

  3. Adherence to Procedures • Colgan and FAA oversight before accident did not identify problems with sterile cockpit adherence • Colgan issued guidance after accident emphasizing sterile cockpit procedures

  4. Adherence to Procedures • Other recent accidents and incidents have involved intentional noncompliance with procedures • Industry data show pilots who deviate from procedures more likely to make other errors

  5. Adherence to Procedures • Safety Recommendations • A-06-7: emphasize need for compliance with sterile cockpit rule • A-07-8: develop educational program addressing professionalism

  6. Adherence to Procedures • Adherence to standard operating procedures is basic pilot responsibility • FAA, operators, and pilot groups mutually establish culture of professionalism

  7. Leadership Training • Captain did not establish appropriate tone or show strong command authority • Operators not required to provide upgrading captains with leadership training • Initial upgrade can be first time captains held responsible for leading multiple crewmembers

  8. Leadership Training • Colgan’s course for new captains focused on administrative duties • Some operators provide leadership training addressing command skills and techniques • Industry changes warrant additional training in this area

  9. Personal Portable Electronic Devices • Safety recommendations issued restricting use during transport operations in other modes • First officer sent text message about 5½ minutes before takeoff • FAA and Colgan policy state phones not to be used after leaving gate • Checklists did not address turning off phones

  10. Personal Portable Electronic Devices • FAA issued SAFO 09003 to alert operators to potential hazards of leaving phones on • Phone sounded during takeoff roll • Overflight of destination airport incident • Airborne distraction associated with personal laptop computers

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