SToC Analysis

Automation Dependency and Abnormal Operations

Added: 18 Mar 2026 · Flight operations

The SToC framework does not treat automation as inherently unsafe. The risk is created when high reliability in normal conditions produces cognitive offloading, declining manual practice, reduced mode awareness and weaker intervention confidence. The safety issue emerges at the boundary between routine automation management and abnormal recovery.

SToC Resilience Deficit Radar

Code: Urgent Intervention High Priority Moderate Stronger Resilience

RADAR Scores

Manual skill Mode awareness Technology