Title: MAYDAY: Why Do Pilots Say Mayday? – Pilot Teacher
Headings: MAYDAY: Why Do Pilots Say Mayday?
MAYDAY: Why Do Pilots Say Mayday?
Why Would A Pilot Say “Mayday”?
What Happens When A Pilots Declares Mayday?
In Remote Locations
In Populated Areas & Airspace
To Finish
Further Reading
Rick James
How Do Helicopters Move Around On The Ground?
Can Helicopters Fly In Zero Visibility?

Content: Engine or aircraft fires
Smoke in the aircraft
Engine failures
Bird strikes
Hydraulic failures
Total electrical failure
Landing gear failure
Rapid Depressurization
Loss of visual reference
Crew/passenger medical emergency
Low fuel
Heck, even getting lost warrants a mayday! As the pilot is running through the emergency checklist, fighting with a malfunctioning aircraft, or trying to keep the aircraft upright and flying, having another person aware of their situation can begin to assist or arrange help which could save precious minutes if the aircraft is involved in a crash. Many pilots have a fear that declaring an emergency will get them into trouble with the FAA or air traffic control but that is so far from the truth. The sooner air traffic control is aware of the pilot’s predicament, the sooner they can begin to assist the pilot in any way they can. Aviation follows three rules: Aviate
Navigate
Communicate
In that order. It is the pilot’s main concern to fly the aircraft while dealing with the emergency. Air traffic control can assist with helping navigate the aircraft through sight or by radar, and communication can be offered to help the pilot, who may now only have the mental capacity to just listen. Emergencies in flight are a terrifying and mentally challenging experience, but with regular training, most events can be dealt with efficiantly and smoothly to allow the pilot to maintain more mental capacity to help deal with the details surrounding the emergency – Like where to land! My Regular Flight Simulator Training Allows Endless Practice Of Emergency Situations
When a pilot is in an emergency situation they can break EVERY rule in the book to ensure the survival of everyone on board.