Fatal AW139 Crash in Night Fog: Understanding the Human Factors Behind the Tragedy Flying at night already presents unique challenges, but when dense fog is added to the mix, even experienced pilots can find themselves in dangerously unfamiliar territory. In this spotlight, we examine a tragic accident involving an AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter in the U.K.,…
🛬 The Hidden Risk in the Cockpit: Understanding Plan Continuation Bias You’re on final approach after a demanding duty—exhausted, yet relieved to be almost home. But as the runway nears, the weather deteriorates far beyond the forecast. Your co-pilot grows uneasy. You should consider diverting, but you think: “We’re so close…” Sound familiar? This psychological…
What Is Emotional Intelligence—and Why Every EASA Pilot Should Master It When we picture pilots in action, we often think of their sharp technical skills—aircraft control, navigation, meteorology expertise, and fast decision-making. While those abilities are fundamental, there’s another key ingredient that separates great pilots from good ones: Emotional Intelligence (EI). In the dynamic world…