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At Bombardier Safety Standdown, Tony Kern warns cockpit alarms are eroding pilots’ observation skills

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Speaking at the opening session of the 30th Bombardier Safety Standdown, Tony Kern said alarm-saturated cockpits and digital distractions competing for pilots’ attention are weakening the observation skills crews need to recognize developing problems. He urged aviators to take responsibility for maintaining those skills.

Discovered 2026-11-10T11:05:06.593313-08:00 | 2026-11-10T11:05:06.593313-08:00

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  • Kern’s warning links cockpit alert volume and competing demands for attention to a potential erosion of crews’ ability to spot developing problems.
  • The remarks put pilot observation skills and attention management on the agenda at an industry safety forum, alongside aircraft and procedural safeguards.

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