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EMERGENCY OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. In any emergency, the first priority is to maintain aircraft control, and then take the
necessary actions to eliminate or mitigate the problem.
2. The ability of a pilot to react quickly and correctly in a stressful emergency situation will
depend in large measure by how well these emergency procedures have been reviewed,
practiced, and committed to memory.
3. It should also be noted that in these emergency procedures “as soon as possible”
means immediately, i.e., land in the nearest field, while “as soon as practicable” means at the
nearest suitable aerodrome.
4. The EDM 930 provides a range of visual alerts that will bring important information to
the attention of the pilot. These alerts are of a cautionary nature. They are intended to enhance
the pilot’s situational awareness and to draw his / her attention to specific aircraft parameters
that may be of concern.
5. Non-critical emergencies are those that do not pose an immediate threat to the safety of
the aircraft or the personnel on board. These are circumstances where there is sufficient time
available to assess the situation, consider available options, and determine a suitable course of
action. Non-critical emergencies are also referred to as “Yellow Page Emergencies” as they are
printed on yellow paper in the aircraft checklist. Pilots are to refer to written checklists in
responding to a non-critical emergency.
6. Critical emergencies are those that pose an immediate threat to the safety of the aircraft
or the personnel on board. These circumstances require immediate and correct response by
the pilot. Critical emergencies are also referred to as “Red Page Emergencies” as they are
printed on red paper in the aircraft checklist. Pilots shall commit critical emergency
checklists to memory.
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