No Fast Hands in the Cockpit
- RAYMOND SCHOLL
- Aug 16
- 1 min read
As a flight student, one of the earliest lessons drilled into us was simple: no fast hands in the cockpit.
In the chaos of an emergency, the instinct is to react, fast. But in aviation, fast hands can turn a manageable issue into a crisis. You’re taught to pause, assess, and act with purpose. That mindset kept me safe as a Naval Aviator and became a principle I passed on to the next generation of pilots and WSOs when I served as a flight instructor in the Marine Corps.
It’s not just about flying.
In leadership, business, and life, fast hands can show up as reactive decisions, knee-jerk emails, or assumptions made under stress. The best leaders don’t rush to grab the controls. They take a breath, gather input, and act with intention.
Whether you’re in a cockpit, a boardroom, or a tough conversation remember: calm hands, clear mind.
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