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Cockpit Resource Management

What is cockpit resource management?

Cockpit resource management (CRM) is a set of techniques that helps pilots use all available resources — people, information, and tools — to reduce mistakes and handle errors before they become dangerous. It accepts that humans will make errors and focuses on catching and managing them effectively.

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