CBO Safety Guidelines - Careless or Reckless Behavior

Verified from official sources
AC 91-57C ¶ 3.3.2.1Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

Pilots should familiarize themselves with the five hazardous attitudes in aeronautical decision-making and the 'Dirty Dozen' maintenance behaviors to avoid reckless operations.

Requirement as structured

The FAA recommends that CBO safety guidelines include information on avoiding careless or reckless behavior, including the five hazardous attitudes and the 'Dirty Dozen' human behaviors in maintenance.

Original regulatory text

Prohibition on engaging in careless or reckless behavior. CBOs are encouraged to include information in their guidelines on avoiding careless or reckless behavior. The FAA recommends including information on the five hazardous attitudes in aeronautical decision making (refer to the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Figure 2-4) and the “Dirty Dozen” human behaviors in aircraft maintenance...

Applies when

country
United States
operation
recreational
operator type
Community-Based Organization
regulatory category
General