Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) has gained increased attention from the airline industry in recent years due to the growing number of accidents and near misses in airline traffic. This book, authored by the first generation of CRM experts, is the first comprehensive work on CRM. "Cockpit Resource Management" is a far-reaching discussion of crew coordination, communication, and resources from both within and without the cockpit. A valuable resource for commercialand military airline training curriculum, the book is also a valuable reference for business professionals who are interested in effective communication among interactive personnel. This book discusses international and cultural aspects of CRM. It examines the design and implementation of line-oriented flight training (LOFT) and explains CRM, LOFT, and cockpit automation. It provides a case history of CRM training which improved flight safety for a major airline.