Have you ever taken off in low light and found it hard to see your instruments?
This crash comic shows how a pilot left before first light and could not see the panel once airborne. The pilot kept the aircraft safe by staying calm and using simple checks, but the risk was high.
Learn why it is safer to wait for proper light before take-off and to plan a clear no-go point. Refresh your knowledge before your next flight. Find more information in the pilot safety hub.
Close calls are contributed by readers like you. They are personal accounts of individual experiences and are not corroborated by CASA. We publish close calls so others can learn from their stories and spark discussions about safety. These stories should not be used to identify individuals or operators.
