Threat and Error Management

Course aim

To develop an understanding of the aspects of Threat and Error Management in the aviation environment.

To comply with Civil Aviation Advisory Publication CAAP 5.59-1 [0]

Course content

Threat and Error Management (definition/classification, origin & development). Threats (external &
internal) including: adverse weather; weight and balance; density altitude; runway length; other traffic;
high terrain or obstacles; the condition of the aircraft; fatigue; complacency; over or under confidence;
lack of flight discipline; hazardous behaviour; and lack of recency and proficiency.
Errors (including): incorrect performance calculations; inaccurate flight planning; non-standard
communications; aircraft mishandling; incorrect systems operation or management; and failure to meet
flight standards resulting in an 'Undesired Aircraft State'.

Textbook(s)

CASA 2009, Safety Behaviours Human Factors for Pilots, CASA, Canberra

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Essay, Presentation, Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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