Controlled Flight Into Terrain – CFIT
Validity: 36 months
The Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) occurs when an aircraft is flown unintentionally and without prior awareness into terrain, water, or an obstacle. This course familiarizes pilots with the key factors in the successful avoidance of CFIT accident prevention strategies.
EASA references:
- EASA Part ORO FC 230
- FAA AC 61-134
- ICAO Annex 6 Chapter 6
- CAT.IDE.A.150 GM1
- CAT.OP.MPA.290
Module Content:
- Introduction
- Contributing Factors
- Prevention Strategies
- Terrain Awareness & Warning Systems (TAWS)
- Key Points
Course Features
- Lecture 1
- Quiz 1
- Duration 70 minutes
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 15
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Self
Target audiences
- Flight Crew
- Cabin Crew
- Ground Crew
