Plain English Meaning

The separate things written on a checklist that the pilot needs to do or confirm one by one before moving on.

Full Definition

The individual tasks, checks, or actions listed on a cockpit checklist that a pilot is required to perform and verify at a specific phase of flight, such as before takeoff, before landing, or in response to an abnormal condition.

Context Anchor

Seen whenever the pilot is expected to follow a checklist, including before practicing ground reference maneuvers.

Why Pilots Care

Completing every checklist item reduces the chance of overlooking a critical step that could affect or .