What is the sixth step in the Crew Coordination Steps?

• A. QRH
• B. QRC
• C. Develop and communicate plan
• D. IAI

Answer: (A)

In crew coordination, handling abnormal situations relies on using standardized resources to guide actions. The sixth step is to consult the Quick Reference Handbook (QRH) because it contains the official, step-by-step procedures for a wide range of system malfunctions and abnormal conditions. Turning to the QRH ensures you apply tested, consistent actions rather than improvising, which helps keep the crew aligned and reduces the risk of missing critical steps. A Quick Reference Card is helpful for quick prompts but doesn’t provide the full procedures, so it’s not typically the designated sixth step. Developing and communicating a plan is an important part of the process, but it usually occurs earlier, and IAI isn’t a recognized standard resource in this context.