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Feature Article: One CFI + One CFI = Problems
One several occasions I have flown with both experienced
and inexperienced CFI for a number of reasons. In practically
every instance peculiar things have happened. The CFI not flying
is not competent in his unusual secondary situation. The preflight
is made with the master on. A clearance is copied wrong and read
back even more incorrect. The taxi route is not as cleared by
ATC. Radio frequencies were mis-set. Charts mis-read with intersections
mis-named. A CFI not instructing makes a poor second in command.
When two equally qualified CFI fly together there must be an
understanding of shared responsibility. CFI flying is in charge
of the immediate while the CFI not flying is in charge of all
required anticipation. The CFI not flying will observe, evaluate,
advise, anticipate, direct, assist and counsel. Failure to perform
by the CFI not flying will be a distraction, hindrance, a fount
of frustration and a hazard. The CFI not flying is the servant
of the CFI flying.
The right seat is not a seat in waiting for the left seat. Rather,
it is a seat of shared duties, mutual respect, exemplary performance
of duty, and obedience to command. The CFI not flying must be
free to express concerns and doubts. The value of the CFI not
flying must not be under estimated or under valued.
His values are:
Superior anticipation of needed information.
Planning for the required anticipation above.
Watching outside and inside for what to seek and avoid.
Knowledge of aircraft, route, FARs, and all beyond just requirements.
Willingness to share and assist without any withholding for the
greater good.
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