Abnormal and Emergency Procedures
Core concepts
Emergency handling is built on memory items, checklists, and prioritisation. Know the sequence: aviate, navigate, communicate. Understand engine failure after take-off, engine fire, depressurisation, electrical failure, and rejected take-off decision making. In Brunei operations, diversion to suitable alternates and coordination with ATC for priority handling are central.
Traps in questions
Questions test whether you know when a checklist must not delay action - for example, memory items for an engine fire before reading the checklist. Another trap is the rejected take-off decision speed: beyond it, continuing is usually safer unless the aircraft is unsafe to fly. Also watch for questions about declaring an emergency: declaring is a communication act, not a failure of airmanship, and it unlocks priority and support.
Worked example
Engine failure shortly after rotation: maintain control, establish climb at the best angle or rate as appropriate, identify and confirm the failed engine, feather or secure as per type, then run the checklist. Communicate with ATC: "MAYDAY, ABC, engine failure, maintaining 4000 ft, request return to [aerodrome]."
Rule of thumb
Fly the aircraft first - no checklist, radio call or discussion should precede control of the flight path.
Decision making
Use a structured model: identify the problem, assess options against time and risk, decide, act, and review.