3P Model (Perceive, Process, Perform)

An FAA-recommended structured framework for aeronautical decision-making. Perceive means gathering information about the current situation (weather, aircraft status, pilot condition). Process means evaluating whether the information creates an unacceptable level of risk by applying tools like PAVE and IMSAFE. Perform means taking action to mitigate the risk, which may include delaying, diverting, or canceling the flight.