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Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM)

Also: ADM

A structured way of thinking through the safest course of action in flight, weighing hazards and risk instead of reacting on instinct.

“A systematic approach to the mental process used by pilots to consistently determine the best course of action in response to a given set of circumstances.”
FAA-H-8083-25C · Glossary, Aeronautical decision-making (ADM)

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Crew Resource Management (CRM)PAVE ChecklistIMSAFE Checklist

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