1. 2. 3. 4 5. 6. The DECIDE Model Aeronautical Decision-Making A. Analytical B. Automatic/Naturalistic Evaluation of event Outcome desired What is best action to do Effect of decision Detection Situation Pilot Aircraft Enviroment External Factors • Risk or hazard Potential outcomes • Capabilities of pilot Aircraft capabilities • Outside factors Solutions to get you there Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3 Solution 4 Problem remains Done Evaluation of event Outcome desired Take action Detection Pilot Aircraft Enviroment External Factors • Risk to flight Pilot training • Pilot experience Successful Problem remains Figure 5-2.  The illustration on the left shows how the DECIDE model is used in decision-making and follows the five steps shown in the  above left. In the automatic decision-making model (sometimes called naturalistic decision-making) the emphasis is recognizing a problem  paired with a solution that is cultivated through both experience and training. In theory the automatic decision-making model seeks a  quick decision at the cost of absolute accuracy where prolonged analysis is not practical. Naturalistic decision-making is generally used  during emergencies where slow responsiveness is problematic and potentially additive to a problem. 5-5