Discipline is the ability and will-power to fly safely; there are 5 key points to combat attitudes that lead to poor discipline.
Follow the rules, they are usually right. Understand the rules and the reasons for them.
Do not accept that rules will have to be bent to get the work done.
Not so fast, think first. Do you really understand the problems.
Reject opportunities for short cuts or to do things that appear to be ‘better’.
It could happen to you. Carelessness and overconfidence are much more dangerous than the calculated acceptance of risk.
Taking chances is foolish. Everyone can, and will make errors. Human error is part of human nature.
Control the feeling that you have the ability and experience to do the job without following the procedures.
You are not helpless, you can make a difference. Plan and prepare for problems before they arise; think ahead.
Good article from the New Zealand CAA
Safety Information, Publications, ‘Vector’ July/Aug 2003
Also
‘Airmanship and Flight Discipline’ Australian Ultralight Federation
And the book ‘Redefining Airmanship’ by Tony Kern ISBN 0070342849