FAA drug testing, the May 28, 2027 SMS deadline, duty and rest limits and pilot records: which crew rules apply under Part 91 and which under Part 135.
Effective aviation safety depends on more than training. It depends on acting on that training when conditions change. Two recent experiences with deteriorating weather and unstable approaches reinforced the importance of sound aeronautical decision-making, timely go-arounds, alternate planning, and structured risk-management procedures. When the pressure to complete a mission conflicts with the safest option, disciplined processes can help pilots recognize the risk and confidently choose Plan B.
