🛫 Emergency Procedures & Abnormal Situations

   Staying safe when things go wrong

🧭 Introduction

While flight simulation may be a hobby, it becomes most rewarding when we treat it like real-world flying — and that includes being prepared for the unexpected. This course will help you understand how to recognize, assess, and handle abnormal or emergency situations in line with professional procedures and best practices.

At MockingBird Air, we believe that good pilots are made not only through perfect flights, but also through how they handle imperfect ones.

🔍 Module 1: Understanding the Basics of Emergencies

✈️ What’s an “Abnormal” vs. an “Emergency” Situation?

  • Abnormal Situation: A system or procedure is not operating normally, but the flight can continue safely (e.g., one hydraulic system fails).

  • Emergency Situation: The safety of the flight is at risk and immediate action is required (e.g., engine failure, fire, medical emergency).

💡 Decision Making: The Pilot’s Mindset

  • Use the “Aviate – Navigate – Communicate” principle.

    • Aviate: Keep the aircraft under control.

    • Navigate: Know where you are and where you’re going.

    • Communicate: Let ATC or others know what’s happening.

  • Remain calm, logical, and procedural. Your SOPs and aircraft systems are there to support you.

🔧 Module 2: Common Emergencies and How to Handle Them

🔥 Engine Failure

  • During takeoff (V1 cut):

    • Follow aircraft-specific engine-out procedures.

    • Rotate, climb, and handle the failure per your QRH or checklist.

  • During cruise:

    • Maintain control.

    • Divert if necessary.

    • Coordinate with ATC.

⚠️ Cabin Pressurization Failure

  • Descend immediately to a safe altitude (usually FL100 or MEA).

  • Use emergency oxygen if required.

  • Follow descent profiles per SOP.

🔥 Fire (Engine/Cabin/Avionics)

  • Identify the source.

  • Use fire suppression systems if applicable.

  • Plan for immediate landing if fire persists.

⚡ Electrical Failure

  • Use backup instruments and power sources.

  • Be familiar with the aircraft’s electrical priority system.

🛫 Rejected Takeoff (RTO)

  • Make the decision to abort before V1 unless safety dictates otherwise.

  • Apply maximum braking and reverse thrust.

  • Communicate with ATC and vacate the runway.

📋 Module 3: SOPs, Checklists & Sim-Specific Considerations

✅ Use Your Checklists!

  • At MockingBird Air, we encourage checklist usage at all times, especially during abnormal events.

  • Use the Quick Reference Handbook (QRH) where applicable in your aircraft add-on.

🎮 Simulation-Specific Tips

  • Know the limits of your aircraft add-on. Some failures may not simulate correctly.

  • Many aircraft have “random failures” options — use them for training!

  • Make use of pause, replay, and training tools to review how you handled an emergency.

🧪 Module 4: Good Habits and Learning from Mistakes

🧠 Train for the Unexpected

  • Practice engine failures, emergency descents, and go-arounds regularly.

  • Share cockpit (if supported) for CRM (Crew Resource Management) experience.

📘 Debrief Yourself

After handling an abnormal situation, ask:

  • What went well?

  • What could I do differently next time?

💬 Use the Community

  • Share experiences in the MockingBird Air Discord or Academy Forum.

  • Learn from others — and help them learn from you!

 

✈️ Summary

Emergencies are rare — but being prepared can turn chaos into control. Practice makes perfect, and MockingBird Air is the perfect sky to train in.

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