Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)

Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)

What does Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) mean?

Preventing Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) Incidents

Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) occurs when an airworthy aircraft, under pilot control, unintentionally flies into the ground, a mountain, water, or an obstacle.

Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) occurs when an airworthy aircraft, under the control of the pilot, unintentionally flies into terrain, obstacles, or water, often with fatal results.

• Causes and Factors: These accidents typically result from navigational errors, poor visibility, or pilot disorientation.
• Prevention Measures: Modern aircraft are equipped with Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems (TAWS) to prevent CFIT by alerting pilots of potential ground collisions.
• Training and Awareness: Pilot training and situational awareness are critical in preventing CFIT accidents.

Controlled Flight Into Terrain represents a serious type of aviation accident, largely preventable through advanced technology, pilot training, and situational awareness.