Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM)

B. Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM)

1. Define the term “aeronautical decision-making.” (FAA-H-8083-9)

ADM is a systematic approach to the mental process used by aircraft pilots to consistently determine the best course of action in response to a given set of circumstances.

2. What key principles are often collectively called ADM? (FAA-H-8083-9)

Risk management, situational awareness, and single-pilot resource management.

3. Explain the three basic steps in the decision-making process. (FAA-H-8083-9)

a. Define the problem.

b. Choose a course of action.

c. Implement the decision and evaluate the outcome.

4. What are the two models for practicing ADM?  (FAA-H-8083-9)

The DECIDE model, and the Perceive-Process-Perform (3P) model.

5. List the elements involved in the DECIDE model of decision-making. (FAA-H-8083-9)

Detect a change needing attention.

Estimate the need to counter or react to a change.

Choose the most desirable outcome for the flight.

Identify actions to successfully control the change.

Do something to adapt to the change.

Evaluate the effect of the action countering the change.

6. Name five hazardous attitudes that can affect a pilot’s ability to make sound decisions and exercise authority properly. (FAA-H-8083-9)

Attitude Antidote

Anti-authority .................... Follow the rules, they are usually right.

Impulsivity......................... Think first – not so fast.

Invulnerability ................... It could happen to me.

Macho ...............................Taking chances is foolish.

Resignation ....................... I can make a difference, I am not                                                     helpless.

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