Glossary
Safety & Regulations
Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)
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Definition
An accident where an airworthy aircraft is flown into terrain, water, or an obstacle
Related Terms
Black Box (Flight Recorder) (FDR/CVR)
The flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder that capture flight parameters and audio
Enhanced GPWS (EGPWS)
An advanced terrain awareness system combining GPS data with a terrain database
Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)
An aircraft system that alerts pilots when the aircraft is in dangerous proximity to terrain
Minimum Safe Altitude (MSA)
The lowest altitude providing obstacle clearance within a specified area
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)?
An accident where an airworthy aircraft is flown into terrain, water, or an obstacle
What does CFIT stand for?
CFIT stands for Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT). An accident where an airworthy aircraft is flown into terrain, water, or an obstacle
How does Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) relate to other aviation concepts?
Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) is closely related to Black Box (Flight Recorder) and Enhanced GPWS, among other key aviation concepts.
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