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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
Looking for input or a card currently being used to brief a passenger
with regards to what is going to happen during take-off/emergencies/ tow/flight/thermaling/pattern/landing. What to touch/not touch in the cockpit/ etc. Trying to put my thoughts together and would like some additional input. Do not want to reinvent the wheel if I don't have to. There was some discussion today during a "Spring Refresher" at our club wrt this and standardizing the briefing. Of course, in Florida we haven't stopped flying like the "great white north/mid-west/ northeast/etc. LOL. Your thoughts/suggestions will be welcomed. r/Jim |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
James Anderson wrote:
Looking for input or a card currently being used to brief a passenger..... sorry, the devil made me do it :-) http://www.bumpertalk.com/bumpertalk/BC148A.html Tony LS6-b "6N" |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
On Feb 26, 8:45*pm, Tony V wrote:
James Anderson wrote: Looking for input or a card currently being used to brief a passenger...... sorry, the devil made me do it :-)http://www.bumpertalk.com/bumpertalk/BC148A.html Tony LS6-b "6N" That would work but ... not quite what I was looking for. Though I have used that when I was younger (another life that was indestructible) and had a much faster car! |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
On 2-27-2011 14:28, Walt Connelly wrote:
When I take friends up it's more, "just don't touch anything. Especially that yellow knob." Walt And make sure they understand Navy protocol regarding "Eject, Eject, Eject!" |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
On Feb 27, 2:47*pm, Scott wrote:
On 2-27-2011 14:28, Walt Connelly wrote: When I take friends up it's more, "just don't touch anything. Especially that yellow knob." Walt And make sure they understand Navy protocol regarding "Eject, Eject, Eject!" * "...and in the unlikely event of a water landing, we'll paddle to the nearest land mass. If this turns out to be an island, we'll just sit and think and fret until someone notices and shows up with a boat, a rope and some big inner tubes." http://tinyurl.com/6zea5gf |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
On Feb 27, 2:05*pm, T8 wrote:
On Feb 27, 2:47*pm, Scott wrote: On 2-27-2011 14:28, Walt Connelly wrote: When I take friends up it's more, "just don't touch anything. Especially that yellow knob." Walt And make sure they understand Navy protocol regarding "Eject, Eject, Eject!" * "...and in the unlikely event of a water landing, we'll paddle to the nearest land mass. *If this turns out to be an island, we'll just sit and think and fret until someone notices and shows up with a boat, a rope and some big inner tubes." http://tinyurl.com/6zea5gf Actually I don't tell my passengers what the big yellow handle is for. I've heard too many stories (some actually first hand) of scared passengers pulling on the release at the wrong time. Normally I have them pull the release once we get to the top of the tow. Usually I'll explain how to enter/exit the glider, and how to operate the canopy first. Then I'll show them the controls and instruments. After they get in I'll show them how to buckle in, and then tell them it's another $5 to show them how to undo the seatbelts :-) Pete |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
"...and in the unlikely event of a water landing, we'll paddle to the nearest land mass. If this turns out to be an island, we'll just sit and think and fret until someone notices and shows up with a boat, a rope and some big inner tubes." http://tinyurl.com/6zea5gf Since we already have an "Admiral" in our midst (UH), it wouldn't do to have two. So, Rick (RR) is now "Commodore". Tony |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
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Walt Connelly wrote: James Anderson;763762 Wrote: On Feb 26, 8:45*pm, Tony V wrote:- James Anderson wrote:- Looking for input or a card currently being used to brief a passenger......- sorry, the devil made me do it :-)http://www.bumpertalk.com/bumpertalk/BC148A.html Tony LS6-b "6N"- That would work but ... not quite what I was looking for. Though I have used that when I was younger (another life that was indestructible) and had a much faster car! You could stand in front of the glider before hook up and do that thing that the flight attendants do before take off, pointing to everything. Really what can you tell a passenger? When I take friends up it's more, "just don't touch anything. Especially that yellow knob." At minimum, I tell (and demonstrate) that the spoilers make a loud noise when they come out and it's nothing to be afraid of, how to close and lock the canopy, how to strap in, and the three things they are Not Allowed to Touch in Flight: rope release, canopy release, radio PTT button. Additional bonus items are how to adjust the volume on the radio and vario if they're flying up front, what the instruments have to say, and other fun tidbits like that. -- Mike Ash Radio Free Earth Broadcasting from our climate-controlled studios deep inside the Moon |
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Passenger Safety (Generic) Briefing Card
On Feb 26, 5:27*pm, James Anderson wrote:
Looking for input or a card currently being used to brief a passenger with regards to what is going to happen Passenger Briefing Card concepts What is the purpose of the flight? A ride? Briefing One. A lesson? Briefing Two, as appropriate to the flight lesson plan. For the first timer passenger, you have to realize they are already overwhelmed by unvoiced thoughts, worries, adrenaline, anxiety. A briefing should be simple, encouraging, and upbeat. I find it very normal to hear stories of telling people –“ don’t this, don’t that...” and those are the only things they hear, and hence the only things they recall under duress. I tell them first – YOU are in command. This flight is for YOU, even though I have to fly the machine for you. You can choose what we do, how short the flight might become, when we return and what we will do. If you are having a good time, we will fly more. If you don’t like what I do, tell me and I will stop. If I do something you like, tell me and we can do more of that part! That makes them smile. I tell them that if I want to fly for myself, I will not take a passenger along. You are not SHOWING then what a great pilot you are. You are NOT showing them how magnificent lift can be. You are being an ambassador for aviation on this flight. Make them happy, not you. Place them in the cockpit; adjust things to be comfortable and secure. Show them everything that will need to move, controls, trim, canopy latches. Explain that you are moving these parts from the other cockpit, that you have all the same controls and instruments, that they do not need to do anything, else they wish to and you choose to allow it. Show them how to stow personal equipment safely. I prefer that cameras and water bottles get stuffed down the inside of a neckline, to confine them inside clothing between belts on the chest. It is accessible (unlike pockets) and secure. Send all extra gear away with their friends (cell phones, car keys, purses or man bags) telling them you are making them comfortable in the seat. In very hot climates like mine, I wrap a wet towel around the nape of their neck for cooling. There are two schools of thoughts about discussing airsickness. One is to watch and manage and have a bag ready, and avoid the subject, and not introduce the thought (my plan). The other plan is to admit some folks are sensitive to motion, to advise them to tell you if they notice onset and HAVE a BIG bag. I have gallon plastic zip-locs, and use them seldom. Don’t launch without a bag on board with a first timer. The wet towel can be used for a freshen up, wiping face, hands, and arms if uneasiness begins, while you are expediting a prompt smooth descent. Often the towel off will keep them distracted enough to let you land before an eruption. For a first time ride, I keep instrument discussion to a minimum. I focus on the countryside and the potential view. Having them look out precludes motion sensitivity. Don’t let them stare through a video camera. Motion is too enhanced with a narrow field of view. They may use a camera without the viewfinder, and it will work out fine. If they hold any camera, have them clamp elbows on their ribs to keep lenses off canopies. I check their straps before I enter the cockpit, typically. At the last moment, I hold their hands in their lap, and I am the one who points to jettison lever or release knob, and explain colors and results that are bad. I was once told that a briefing included, “Don’t touch things red or dusty.” That still seems to apply, and elicits a smile and a bit of comic relief. Then I show them ME grasping pretend straps in front of my chest….. THIS is where I want you to hold onto, if you get surprised. Show me, now. And they grasp their chest straps. I gush encouragement and praise. This is positive reinforcement. And it always works for me. When things get bumpy or they are unsure, I have a signal I can see from the rear to know to make mellow and reassuring choices and conversation. I spend little discussion on emergency procedures to them. I just keep up a running litany of what I am doing, why and what will happen next. After a few minutes of this prep and do process of flight, they trust that this is not hodge-podge happen stance, that it is all planned and progressive, and they relax for a great time. Remember, this whole process began with you wishing to be an Ambassador for soaring. A checklist is a fine and useful thing, especially for those persons beginning their ride efforts. It can be tailored to include more information based on the experience of the rider. But truly, brief is best. Soaring flight sells itself. Cindy B www.caracole-soaring.com |
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