There’s a lot that can go wrong on the ground. Don’t make these mistakes as you taxi to the runway...
1) Failing To Clear All Intersections
Especially at busy airports, make sure to clear all intersecting taxiways ahead and to the sides of your aircraft.
2) Not Having Your Taxi Diagram Ready
Keep your taxi diagram out for situational awareness. It also makes things much easier if you’re given a new taxi route.
3) Heads-Down Taxiing
Simply put, avoid being heads-down during taxi. It could be for almost anything: looking at your iPad, checking en-route conditions, or even just reaching for something out of your bag.
4) Forgetting To Brief Your Taxi Route
Before you move, brief your taxi route and all hotspots. Try tracing your taxi route with the “highlight” feature on your EFB.
5) Forgetting To Read Back All Hold-Short Or Crossing Instructions
When reading back taxi clearances, you must read back all hold-short or crossing restrictions. Do your best to copy down the instructions for busy airports and don’t be afraid to ask for clarification if you’re confused.
What other mistakes should pilots avoid during taxi? Tell us in the comments below.
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