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Human error remains the leading cause of aviation accidents, and pressure is almost always at found next to route cause. Whether it is scheduling demands or financial targets, the environment often shifts the focus from following procedures to simply getting the task completed. As highlighted in the FAA's dirty dozen (FAA, 2018), this type of environment greatly heightens the chances of making mistakes. Pressure fundamentally disrupts judgment and alters risk perception. When the staff feel rushed, they are more inclined to cut corners, skip checklist items, or overlook verification steps. These behaviors are often sporadic but deliberate, violations of these kinds are frequently justified as necessary to keep operations running smoothly and according to schedule (Transport Canada, 2017). The wider implications for safety include the deterioration of established safeguards. When under pressure, safety protocols and regulations may be perceived as a hindrance rather than a prote...