I agree with you, Krakauer's Book is an excellent example of the tragic
consequences of poor situational awareness as well as communication and team
breakdown. Although the setting is in a Mount Everest expedition, the
fundamental principals apply just as well. The book is an awesome read. I
read the book a couple of months ago and I still reflect on the profound
nature of the tragedy and the chain of events that preceded it. It would
make for a great review and analysis CRM.
For those interested in a cool CRM and LOFT web site, check out the following:
http://www.inficad.com/~force1/humfact/index.htm
At 03:16 PM 8/14/97 MDT, you wrote:
>Colleagues
> I just read the most fascinating book on failed CRM and teamwork and
>wanted to share it with everyone on the net. It illustrates complacency,
>co-pilot syndrome, communication failure, lost situation awareness and
>over reliance on experience instead of good judgment. So what's new, you
>ask? In this case the "crew" was walking, not flying at 29,000 feet. Jon
>Krakauer's book "Into Thin Air" is the story of the disaster on the slopes
>of Mt Everest last year, and aviation human factors types will instantly
>recognize many common themes from our business. It's a rippin' good read,
>and might spice up your next training session!
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> Tony
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