Profession of Aviation (Pilot( Code of Ethics

Code of Ethics for Pilots

1. Interactive Game prepared by Group 6
JOURNEY TO
CLEAR SKIES

2. The classroom is transformed into an airplane, with the presentors as
Pilot Captains, and the rest as passengers.
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We are on a simulated flight journey to a destination.2.
During the flight, we will face various ethical dilemmas that need to be
resolved to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
3.
The Captain (presenter) will randomly select one passenger (classmate)
per question to answer.
4.
A set of situations, reflecting ethical dilemmas for pilots, will be shown on
the screen.
5.
The choices made by the passengers will determine the smoothness and
safety of our flight to the destination.
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Mechanics of the game:

3. Let's start!

4. Question #1
We're preparing for a flight, and our supervisor has instructed us to
depart on time, even though there's a significant weather delay at our
destination. The airline is under pressure to maintain its schedule, and our
supervisor is insistent that we depart as planned. However, we've
reviewed the weather reports and believe the conditions at our destination
could pose a serious risk to the aircraft and passengers.
A. Follow the supervisor's orders and depart on time, hoping the weather will improve or
that the risk is manageable. This would avoid potential delays and financial losses for the
airline.
B. Refuse to depart, citing safety concerns about the weather conditions and requesting a
delay until the weather improves. This could lead to disciplinary action from our supervisor
and potentially disrupt the airline's schedule.
C. Depart on time but inform the passengers about the weather conditions and allow them
to choose to stay or disembark, potentially causing anxiety and disruption.

5. Question #1
We're preparing for a flight, and our supervisor has instructed us to
depart on time, even though there's a significant weather delay at our
destination. The airline is under pressure to maintain its schedule, and our
supervisor is insistent that we depart as planned. However, we've
reviewed the weather reports and believe the conditions at our destination
could pose a serious risk to the aircraft and passengers.
B. Refuse to depart, citing safety concerns about the
weather conditions and requesting a delay until the
weather improves. This could lead to disciplinary action
from our supervisor and potentially disrupt the airline's
schedule.

6. Question #2
We're in the cockpit during a pre-flight briefing. Our co-pilot, a junior
member of the crew, expresses concern about a minor issue with the
aircraft's navigation system. The rest of the crew, including our captain,
dismisses the concern as insignificant and urges the co-pilot to focus on
other tasks. We have a feeling the co-pilot's concern might be legitimate,
but we don't want to undermine the captain's authority or create tension
within the team.
A. Ignore the co-pilot's concern and focus on the briefing, maintaining a positive team
atmosphere and avoiding potential conflict with the captain.
B. Privately speak to the co-pilot after the briefing, offering support and encouraging them
to raise their concerns again if they feel strongly about it.
C.Speak up during the briefing, reiterating the co-pilot's concern and suggesting a quick
check of the navigation system before departure. This could potentially challenge the
captain's authority and create tension within the team.

7. Question #2
We're in the cockpit during a pre-flight briefing. Our co-pilot, a junior
member of the crew, expresses concern about a minor issue with the
aircraft's navigation system. The rest of the crew, including our captain,
dismisses the concern as insignificant and urges the co-pilot to focus on
other tasks. We have a feeling the co-pilot's concern might be legitimate,
but we don't want to undermine the captain's authority or create tension
within the team.
C. Speak up during the briefing, reiterating the co-pilot's concern
and suggesting a quick check of the navigation system before
departure. This could potentially challenge the captain's
authority and create tension within the team.

8. Question #3
We are on a flight when we receive a weather update indicating severe
turbulence ahead. The turbulence will last for about 30 minutes, and it’s at
an altitude that cannot be avoided. We know that some passengers are
anxious fliers and a few may have medical conditions that could worsen
under stress. However, if we divert the flight to avoid the turbulence, it will
significantly delay the arrival time, potentially causing passengers to miss
connecting flights and causing operational disruptions for the airline.
A. Proceed through the turbulence without making an announcement, as informing the
passengers might cause unnecessary panic.
B. Make an announcement that there is turbulence ahead but assure the passengers that
it’s nothing to worry about, even though you know it could be severe.
C. Announce the upcoming turbulence and provide a realistic yet reassuring message
about the situation, explaining the measures you and the crew will take to ensure
everyone’s safety and comfort.

9. Question #3
We are on a flight when we receive a weather update indicating severe
turbulence ahead. The turbulence will last for about 30 minutes, and it’s at
an altitude that cannot be avoided. We know that some passengers are
anxious fliers and a few may have medical conditions that could worsen
under stress. However, if we divert the flight to avoid the turbulence, it will
significantly delay the arrival time, potentially causing passengers to miss
connecting flights and causing operational disruptions for the airline.
C. Announce the upcoming turbulence and provide a realistic yet
reassuring message about the situation, explaining the measures
you and the crew will take to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort.

10. Question #4
Imagine, you are a pilot who has just completed a long-haul flight. After a
short rest period, you are asked by your airline to take an additional last-
minute flight because the scheduled pilot called in sick. You feel tired but
believe you can manage the flight with some coffee and focus. The flight is
relatively short, and the passengers are already at the gate waiting to
board. What would you do?
A. Decline the flight, explaining that you are too fatigued to ensure safe operation, and
request a rested pilot to take over, even if it causes delays.
B. Agree to the flight but request an extended pre-flight rest period, knowing that it might
cause a delay but believing that a short rest will suffice to refresh you.
C. Agree to fly the additional flight since it’s a short route, and you can rely on caffeine
and your co-pilot to manage the fatigue.

11. Question #4
Imagine, you are a pilot who has just completed a long-haul flight. After a
short rest period, you are asked by your airline to take an additional last-
minute flight because the scheduled pilot called in sick. You feel tired but
believe you can manage the flight with some coffee and focus. The flight is
relatively short, and the passengers are already at the gate waiting to
board. What would you do?
A. Decline the flight, explaining that you are too fatigued to ensure
safe operation, and request a rested pilot to take over, even if it
causes delays.

12. A. Announce the situation to the passengers and ask for their opinion on whether to
continue or divert, as it directly affects their schedules and comfort.
B. Immediately divert to the nearest airport for an emergency landing, despite the
inconvenience and costs, prioritizing the safety of the passengers and the aircraft.
C. Continue with the planned route, closely monitor the situation, and decide to divert only
if the issue worsens, to avoid delays and inconvenience to passengers.
Question #5
During a flight, we receive a report from our co-pilot about a suspected
technical issue with one of the aircraft's systems. The issue doesn’t appear
critical at the moment, but there’s a risk it could escalate during the flight.
The nearest airport for an emergency landing is an hour away, and
diverting there would significantly delay the passengers and lead to
potential financial costs for the airline.

13. B. Immediately divert to the nearest airport for an emergency
landing, despite the inconvenience and costs, prioritizing the safety
of the passengers and the aircraft.
Question #5
During a flight, we receive a report from our co-pilot about a suspected
technical issue with one of the aircraft's systems. The issue doesn’t appear
critical at the moment, but there’s a risk it could escalate during the flight.
The nearest airport for an emergency landing is an hour away, and
diverting there would significantly delay the passengers and lead to
potential financial costs for the airline.

14. A. Change the topic subtly and avoid discussing anything related to your airline’s internal
strategies or policies, ensuring you don’t disclose any confidential information.
B. Share some general information about the changes, avoiding specific details, since they
are already aware of the rumors and it seems like common knowledge.
C. Mention that you’re aware of the changes but downplay your knowledge, suggesting
they ask someone in management if they want to know more.
Question #6
Imagine you are a pilot having dinner with friends, and during the
conversation, one of them, who works in a competing airline, starts asking
about your company’s new route strategy and recent changes in its safety
protocols. They seem genuinely curious and mention they’ve heard rumors
in the industry. What would you do?

15. A. Change the topic subtly and avoid discussing anything related to
your airline’s internal strategies or policies, ensuring you don’t
disclose any confidential information.
Question #6
Imagine you are a pilot having dinner with friends, and during the
conversation, one of them, who works in a competing airline, starts asking
about your company’s new route strategy and recent changes in its safety
protocols. They seem genuinely curious and mention they’ve heard rumors
in the industry. What would you do?

16. A. Inform your co-pilot about the mistake but decide not to report it formally, agreeing to
be more cautious in future flights to avoid similar errors.
B. Report the mistake to the airline's safety department, explaining the circumstances and
how you corrected it promptly, to contribute to a culture of learning and safety
improvement.
C. Keep the incident to yourself since the error was corrected quickly, did not affect
safety, and could lead to unnecessary scrutiny from the airline.
Question #7
During a routine flight, we realize shortly after takeoff that we mistakenly
set the wrong altitude in the autopilot system. We notice the error quickly
and correct it before it affects the flight path or passenger safety.
However, we know that reporting this minor mistake could lead to an
internal review and potentially impact our performance evaluation.

17. B. Report the mistake to the airline's safety department, explaining
the circumstances and how you corrected it promptly, to contribute
to a culture of learning and safety improvement.
Question #7
During a routine flight, we realize shortly after takeoff that we mistakenly
set the wrong altitude in the autopilot system. We notice the error quickly
and correct it before it affects the flight path or passenger safety.
However, we know that reporting this minor mistake could lead to an
internal review and potentially impact our performance evaluation.

18. A. Skip the training, trusting that your experience and ability to learn on the go will be
sufficient if you ever need to use the new system.
B. Prioritize attending the training sessions, even if it means adjusting your schedule, to
ensure you are fully knowledgeable about the new system and prepared to use it
effectively.
C. Ask a colleague who attended the training to give you a brief summary during a break
between flights, believing that a quick overview is enough for now.
Question #8
Recently, our airline introduced a new navigation system that significantly
improves fuel efficiency and safety. The company has provided optional
training sessions to familiarize pilots with the new system. However, these
sessions are not mandatory, and our schedule is already packed with
flights and personal commitments. Some of our colleagues, also senior
pilots, believe their experience is enough and see no need to attend the
training.

19. B. Prioritize attending the training sessions, even if it means
adjusting your schedule, to ensure you are fully knowledgeable
about the new system and prepared to use it effectively.
Question #8
Recently, our airline introduced a new navigation system that significantly
improves fuel efficiency and safety. The company has provided optional
training sessions to familiarize pilots with the new system. However, these
sessions are not mandatory, and our schedule is already packed with
flights and personal commitments. Some of our colleagues, also senior
pilots, believe their experience is enough and see no need to attend the
training.

20. Thank you for participating!
THE END.

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