"RST Engineering" wrote in message
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YOu and I were taught by different people. A checklist is just that ... a
step by step list of todos so that you don't forget something. It is very
easy for the mind to go through a "familiar list" and be so rote that you
really DID think you were on both mags when you were only on one.

Jim

I agree with Jim on this point, IMHO consistent use of WRITTEN check (or
to-do) lists is evidence of personal discipline and application of
good/accepted/required procedure, which can be a good indicator of training
and safety attitude. Here in Canada, failure to use a written checklist for
run-up and pre-takeoff items will result in failure of most flight tests.

The use of written checklists is beginning to be required in many other
non-aviation mission critical activities.
http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2...a_fact_gawande
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servl...andHealth/home
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/NEJMsa0810119

Happy landings,