Plain English Meaning

A talk-through before takeoff that covers what the flight will look like, what could go wrong, and who does what if it does.

Full Definition

A structured discussion conducted before a flight in which the pilot in command reviews the planned operation, including route, weather, fuel, performance, expected procedures, emergency actions, and crew or passenger responsibilities, so that everyone on board knows what to expect and what to do if something goes wrong.

Context Anchor

You will encounter this before a training flight, especially when an instructor explains the lesson plan, safety items, and responsibilities before going to the airplane.

Derivation

Pre- means before, and '' comes from the military sense of giving someone a short, focused set of instructions before a . The use carries that same idea: a short, before action.