Commercial Pilot how-to

How to Make a Go/No-Go Weather Decision

Weather decisions are some of the most important a pilot makes.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Weather decisions are some of the most important a pilot makes. In short: get; compare; check, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Get a full weather briefing.

  2. Compare conditions with your personal minimums.

  3. Check alternates and fuel.

  4. Consider aircraft capability and your currency.

  5. Discuss risks with the operator.

  6. Decide, and remember not going is always an option.

Safety reminders for commercial pilots

  • Use checklists for every phase of flight
  • Follow personal and legal weather minimums
  • Manage fatigue and duty limits
  • Keep medical certification current

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