Risk management within ADM relies on which features to reduce the risks associated with each flight?

• A. Situational awareness, problem recognition, and good judgement
• B. High speed, aggressive maneuvers, and constant optimization
• C. Detailed weather briefings only
• D. G-Forces and engine performance data only

Answer: (A)

Risk management in ADM hinges on keeping a clear picture of what’s happening, spotting trouble early, and using sound judgement to choose safe actions. In a glider, that means continually monitoring your position, air mass, weather, terrain, and other traffic to anticipate hazards before they become problems. When something looks off—like diminishing lift, increasing sink, shifting winds, or an approaching conflict—you recognize it early and reassess your plan. Good judgement then guides your response: adjust your course to find better lift, descend to a safer altitude, divert to a more suitable field, or hold and declare a precautionary landing if needed.

Speed and aggressive maneuvers tend to raise risk, so relying on high speed or pushing for aggressive outcomes isn’t aligned with reducing risk. Weather briefings are important, but they don’t replace the ongoing need to interpret conditions in flight and adapt decisions as the situation changes. Engine data and G-forces aren’t central to glider risk management since gliders operate without propulsion and focus more on energy management and aerodynamics than engine performance.