Appendix Introduction

Appendix Introduction

Scope

Appendices A through D are designed to supplement the material in this handbook. To take full advantage of the appendices, readers should become familiar with the material in Chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5.

The information in these appendices is designed to cover single-pilot operation of general aviation aircraft. While multi-crew operations may utilize concepts and programs such as crew resource management (CRM), safety management systems (SMS), and advanced qualification programs (AQP), these programs also use risk mitigation principles discussed in this handbook.

How to Use

Each appendix accomplishes a specific purpose.

Appendix A, Risk Management Training, suggests integration of risk management into initial, recurrent, and specialized flight training. Pilots should work with flight instructors to ensure risk management is included in initial training, training for additional ratings, and currency events as appropriate. For example, a pilot in need of a flight review or instrument proficiency check (IPC) may request a risk-based review or check. Instructors should refer to Chapter 10 of the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook (FAA-H-8083-9, latest edition) to review teaching risk management.

Appendix B, Risk Management Tools, lists assessment tools discussed in Chapters 3, 4, and 5. These include both numerical and non-numerical flight risk assessment tools, models, checklists, and risk assessment matrix discussed in the chapters. This section can be used as a reference while reviewing the cases and examples in Appendices C and D.

Appendix C, Risk Management Accident Case Studies, reviews several fatal accidents from a risk management perspective. Appendix C includes an analysis of four accidents, which include recreational flying, single-pilot operation of turbine-powered airplanes, and a helicopter operation.

Appendix D, Risk Management Exercises, contains four hypothetical scenarios. Questions are posed asking the reader to conduct a risk analysis for each scenario. A solution is not provided as was done in Appendix C, and the reader may develop a risk analysis for each scenario as an exercise.

Using Appendices as a Workbook

The appendices provide an opportunity to apply the concepts covered in this handbook. These appendices bridge the knowledge in this handbook, further risk management training, and the type of preparation that should occur before flight. For maximum benefit, pilots should consider taking a risk management course.