Video: United 1448 Pilot’s become confused at KPVD
by Jason Schappert
I believe we can all learn a lot from others mistakes. Let’s take a look at a mistake made by not only two pilots but a controller as well and see who stepped up to the plate and took safety into their own hands.
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Jason Schappert is an avid aviation enthusiast and upcoming industry leader. Jason was named AOPA’s number one collegiate flight instructor in 2008 and plays an intricate role in helping youth get involved in aviation through his Future Pilot Flight Academy programs.
Wow! Can't believe the controller would clear someone for takeoff when there is confusion about whether 1448 is on the active or not. 2998 definitely did a great job by holding there.
That made me sick to my stomach. This is exactly what happens when we start rushing around. Sure, the first mistake was made by 1448. Missing the taxiway is a big deal, but frightfully easy to do, particularly if fatigue is beginning to set in.
What I found terrifying is the way the controller was rushing to get those departures off despite the confusion. When things get confusing you slow down. That goes for pilots and controllers. I'm particularly fond of John King's way of putting it: "there's no emergency you can't make worse by going too fast."
