ATR 42/72 SERIES PILOT CLIENT GUIDE

These flashcards cover the essential vocabulary terms related to the ATR 42/72 series pilot training curriculum.

Crew Resource Management (CRM)

A set of skills designed to avoid, detect, and/or mitigate human error and thus enhance safety during flight operations.

Situational Awareness

Knowing what’s going on around you; critical in preventing accidents or incidents.

Pilot Flying (PF)

The pilot who controls the aircraft regarding assigned airway, course, altitude, airspeed, etc.

Pilot Monitoring (PM)

The pilot responsible for maintaining ATC communications and completing checklists while the PF is flying.

Normal Procedures

Standardized procedures and actions that pilots follow during normal flight operations.

Emergency Procedures

Special procedures designed to ensure safety during abnormal situations or emergencies.

Engine Start (HOTEL mode)

Procedure for starting engines with the propeller brake engaged and allowing the engine to run.

Takeoff Procedure

The series of coordinated actions and checklists performed to safely execute a takeoff.

Descent Checklist

A checklist to ensure all necessary actions and preparations are completed before descending.

Flight Management System (FMS)

A computer system that manages navigation and flight operations for the aircraft.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Detailed, written instructions to describe how to perform specific tasks.

Checklists

A series of steps that must be followed to ensure proper operation of controls and systems.

Hot Battery Buses

Electrical circuits that supply power when the aircraft is in standby or emergency mode.

TOLD Cards

Takeoff and Landing Data cards used to record flight planning data in the cockpit.

Memory Items

Critical actions that must be performed by pilots from memory during emergencies.

Auditory Cues

Sound signals used during flight operations to alert pilots to specific conditions or actions.

Visual Cues

Visual indicators used to provide information about aircraft operations during flight.

Weight and Balance

The distribution of weight within the aircraft, crucial for safe flight performance.