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Human Performance

However, this does not mean that your health on the current flight day is ok.

Before starting a flight, there are things that must be in order:

- the condition of the aircraft

- the condition of the pilot

- the weather

and there must be time for preparation.

We check the aircraft by inspection and checklists, so that we are sure to include

all points. We call a meteorologist to check the weather before the flight.

The pilot's condition and preparation cannot be helped by others, but thorough

preparation goes a long way. You will learn that it takes time to prepare for such

a task as a flight.

2.6.1 Pilot condition and preparation

Planning, alternative plans, risk assessment and other preparation take time. If

you don't have it, it falls back on yourself and your condition. This can be in the

form of uncertainty, stress or anxiety if an unforeseen situation arises. An

example of a checklist for the pilot is shown below. The checklist is based on the

abbreviation "I´M SAFE´E´"

Sign Meaning Ask Yourself

I Illness Do I have any symptoms of illness?

M Medication Have I taken any prescription or over-the-counter medication?

Am I under psychological pressure (work, health, family, or
S Stress
financial issues)?

Have I consumed alcohol within the last 24 hours? Do I have
A Alcohol
hangovers?

Did I sleep well and feel rested? Have I had a long or
F Fatigue
exhausting day?

Have I consumed enough fluids and food to maintain stable
E Eating
blood sugar levels?
E Emotions Do I feel angry, anxious, or inadequate?

Flight Theory PPL(A)(UL)/LAPL Henning Andersen, Midtjysk Flyveskole© 2025 171