Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

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1. 01Plan and formulate flight activities and test schedules and prepare flight evaluation reports.
2. 02Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight, adhering to flight plans, regulations, and procedures.
3. 03Work as part of a flight team with other crew members, especially during takeoffs and landings.
4. 04Respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions.
5. 05Inspect aircraft for defects and malfunctions, according to pre-flight checklists.
6. 06Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions, and other information, using radio equipment.
7. 07Conduct in-flight tests and evaluations at specified altitudes and in all types of weather to determine the receptivity and other characteristics of equipment and systems.
8. 08File instrument flight plans with air traffic control to ensure that flights are coordinated with other air traffic.
9. 09Evaluate other pilots or pilot-license applicants for proficiency.
10. 10Use instrumentation to guide flights when visibility is poor.
11. 11Monitor gauges, warning devices, and control panels to verify aircraft performance and to regulate engine speed.
12. 12Check passenger and cargo distributions and fuel amounts to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met.

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