Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)

It could happen to me. It cannot be that bad. It will not happen to me.

Not so fast, think first. Do it quickly to get it over with. It could happen to me.

Anti Authority, Impulsivity, Macho, Resignation, and Invulnerability. Poor situational awareness, snap judgments, and lack of a decision making process. Poor risk management and lack of stress management.

Follow the rules. Rules do not apply in this situation. I know what I am doing.

Someone else is responsible. What is the use? I am not helpless.

The FAA. The pilot. The medical examiner.

Do it quickly to get it over with. It could happen to me. Not so fast, think first.

Risk Management. Safety Management System. Crew Resource Management.

Making a rational judgment. Recognizing the invulnerability of the situation. Recognizing hazardous thoughts.

Invulnerability. Machismo. Impulsivity.