The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute (ASI) has released a video on preventing Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) accidents.
Accident Case Study: Unintended Consequences looks at why an aircraft flown by an experienced pilot struck a mountain at night and what pilots can do to avoid similar situations.
“CFIT accidents are some of the easiest to prevent, especially with the low cost tools available to pilots today,” said ASI Senior Vice President George Perry. “Pilots can learn why CFIT accidents happen and how to avoid CFIT by watching this accident case study video. The video uses 3D graphics, actual ATC communication audio, and a discussion of lessons we can all take away from this tragedy.”