The Pilots section is a tool for commercial and general aviation pilots to utilize when flying at towered and non- towered airports. It consists of best practices, airport diagrams, hotspots, training, instruction, and briefings.
The best practices were developed by FAA staff to help pilots improve safety by giving guidelines that should be followed to keep skills and focus current and vigilant. Remember: over 80% of pilot- caused runway incursions occur during taxi to the departure runway..
PRE-FLIGHT PLANNING:
TAXI:
REMEMBER: WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK!
Air Safety Foundation Learning Tools: The following are tools and resources that can prove beneficial for commercial and general aviation pilots. Pilots should obtain, carry, and use these tools to improve safety while flying.
The FAA Office of Runway Safety and Operational Services, in partnership with the AOPA Air Safety Foundation and ALPA, announces a powerful learning tool to help pilots and maintenance technicians taxiing aircraft avoid runway incursions.
Page Last Modified: 11/16/09 11:21 EST
This page can be viewed online at: http://www.faa.gov/airports/runway_safety/pilots/