Managing the Unexpected

Fatal general aviation accidents often result from inappropriate responses to unexpected events. Humans are subject to a “startle response” when they are faced with unexpected emergency situations and may delay action or initiate inappropriate action in response to the emergency. Training and...

Fly the Aircraft First

NTSB accident data suggests that pilots who are distracted by less essential tasks can lose control of their aircraft and crash. In light of this pilots are reminded to maintain aircraft control at all times. This may mean a delay in responding to ATC communications and passenger requests, or...

Flight After a Period of Inactivity

Returning to flight operations after a period of inactivity can lead to loss of control accidents. But with a solid plan and determination, you can safely get back to enjoying the freedom only flying can offer.

Experimental/Amateur-Built Flight Testing

Enhanced Vision Systems

The General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) believes Enhanced and Synthetic Vision technology can significantly improve general aviation utility and reduce the chance of accidents during night and IMC operations. We’ll take a look at available technologies and GA options.

Emergency Procedures Training

The General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) has identified a number of fatal general aviation accidents that occurred following powerplant failure. Mismanagement of light, twin-engine airplanes in single-engine operations was of particular concern. The GAJSC believes that scenario-...

Avoiding Pilot Deviations

Pilot deviations can occur in several different ways. Airborne deviations can result when pilots stray from an assigned, heading, altitude, or instrument procedure, or if they penetrate controlled or restricted airspace without ATC clearance. Ground deviations can happen while taxiing, taking...

Aircraft Performance Monitoring

The General Aviation Steering Committee (GAJSC) System/Component Failure Working Group asserts that pilots continue to hold unreasonable expectations of their personal performance, and the performance of their aircraft, which has contributed to fatal GA accidents. Reasonable performance...

Training and Preparing for a New Flight Environment

A recent study of general aviation accidents suggests that, in addition to piloting proficiency, transition training and experience in diverse flight environments can improve a pilot’s ability to recognize and successfully respond to new challenges.

Pilot Proficiency Training

A pilot can maintain and improve performance by gaining familiarity with and obtaining proficiency training in each of the precursors, or contributing factors, to loss of control accidents.