AvSafety podcast – Why flight planning is critical

In this episode of the AvSafety podcast, chair-flying, better decision making and common mistakes in flight planning.

Alexander Robinson, former Director of Aviation and Defence at Seeing Machines talks about his flight plan for the Advanced Handling Test in a PC-9. He also explains how chair-flying helps pilots focus on the critical phases of a flight.

Terry Horsam, an Aviation Safety Advisor at CASA, shares his insights how flight planning helps better decision making during hazards and emergencies. He also looks at some common mistakes pilots make when they are pre-flight planning.

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