Which statement best describes the concept of confirmation in CRM/FMS operations?

• A. It is optional in routine operations.
• B. It means confirming after actions have been taken to verify results.
• C. It is verified by the flight attendant as needed.
• D. It is verifying information before execution and requires discipline to follow SOPs before activating what is loaded into the computer.

Answer: (D)

In CRM/FMS operations, confirmation is about verifying the data and inputs before any action is taken. It means cross-checking the information that will be loaded into the computer and ensuring it complies with established SOPs, then only activating it. This pre-execution discipline helps prevent errors like incorrect routes, performance figures, fuel calculations, or weight and balance data from being entered and used by the system.

So the best description is: you verify information before execution and follow SOPs before activating what is loaded into the computer. It isn’t optional, it isn’t only done after actions, and it isn’t something done only by one crew member or only when needed. It’s a proactive, crew-wide habit that supports safe, accurate operations.