Practice question

What is 'plan continuation bias' as it applies to ATC stress management?

  1. The tendency to continue with an original clearance plan even when new information suggests it should change
  2. The habit of issuing clearances in the same order every shift
  3. Preference for departure traffic over arrival traffic
  4. Using the same phraseology regardless of pilot response

Answer: A — The tendency to continue with an original clearance plan even when new information suggests it should change

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