Before the flight in SBT, which topics should be discussed with the customer?

• A. Desired outcomes of the flight; destination(s) of the flight; pressures to complete the flight; risks and hazards associated with the scenario
• B. Only weather and fuel
• C. Aircraft color and make
• D. No discussion necessary

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to establish clear expectations, plan, and safety awareness before the flight. Discussing what the customer wants to accomplish helps align goals and define what success looks like. Reviewing the destination(s) confirms the intended route, required navigation points, alternates, and any airspace or routing considerations. Addressing pressures to complete the flight helps surface and manage any urge to rush, which can lead to unsafe decisions. And outlining the risks and hazards associated with the scenario raises awareness of potential obstacles and the steps to mitigate them, such as decision points or alternative plans.

Focusing only on weather and fuel misses the broader safety and learning context and the agreed objectives. Details about aircraft color or make are not relevant to this briefing, and claiming no discussion is necessary ignores the safety responsibility to prepare and communicate with the customer.