In flight a Commander encourages a relaxed communication atmosphere, and his/her primary aim is to please the Co-Pilot. During a weather-avoidance scenario in VMC when the Co-Pilot suggests an avoidance plan, the Commander remains passive, making NO judgements and letting the Co-Pilot make the decision. How is this described trans-cockpit authority gradient and leadership style known as?
- The Autocratic Cockpit.
- The Laissez-faire Cockpit.
- The Self-centred Cockpit.
- The Synergistic Cockpit (the ideal).
Autocratic Cockpit:
An autocratic cockpit is described by the captain’s excessive authority, considerably reducing communication and consequently synergy and cohesion of the crew. Consists of a management style wherein the captain controls all the decisions and takes very little inputs from the co-pilot. Autocratic captains make choices or decisions based on their own beliefs and do not involve other crew members for their suggestion or advice. Rarely delegates tasks. By the very nature of the way the cockpit is run, the Captain is normally overloaded in the event of a problem.
Laissez-faire Cockpit:
A laissez-faire cockpit exists when a passive approach by the captain allows decisions, choices and actions to be made by other crew members, with a major risk of an inversion of authority. Encourages a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere in the cockpit with communications leaning towards non-professional subjects. Has a primary aim to please the rest of the crew.
Self-centred Cockpit:
A self-centred cockpit is one where crew members tend to do their own thing without telling the others what is going on.
Synergistic Cockpit:
Decisions are taken by the captain with the help and participation of the other crew members. Captain motivates the crew and develops the skills of the crew. Supports team working and clearly communicates intentions and required standards.
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