2025 Q1 FOQA Committee Update

The FOQA Committee has observed a notable increase in the frequency and severity of aircraft handling events in the first quarter. Many of these incidents stem from pilot monitoring deficiencies and exceedances, reinforcing the importance of adherence to aircraft limitations and best practices.

Key areas of concern include:
✈ High Speed Below 10,000 ft. – Managed speed deviations may occur momentarily, but selected speed descents causing violations are not acceptable.
✈ Structural Exceedances – Poor airmanship and insufficient monitoring have led to preventable exceedances. Pilots must maintain awareness and avoid operating at absolute limits.
✈ Stabilized Approaches – Stability must be achieved by 500 ft. VMC / 1,000 ft. IMC, with the aircraft in the correct configuration. If stability criteria are not met, an immediate go-around should be executed—no hesitation, no questions asked.

The FOQA Committee urges all pilots to stay vigilant, communicate effectively, and prioritize airmanship to uphold safety standards.