Jan/Feb 2013

Making Good Decisions

by Mel Futrell

Many Pilot Getaways destinations call for special safety considerations and training. They may involve mountain flying, over-water approaches, and backcountry airstrips. Such challenging conditions, as well as changing weather, complex airspace, unanticipated mechanical issues, and our own capabilities all play key roles in the decisions we make and, therefore, the safety of our trip.