The Flight Crew Briefing takes approximately 20 minutes to complete depending on the pilot's familiarity with the airport. The informational training includes four main topic areas pertaining to safety, security, noise abatement and ATC procedures specific to the airport.

A flight crew briefing is a mandatory, structured meeting held before every flight to ensure that the pilots and cabin crew are fully synchronized on safety, operational, and service-related details. The briefing is typically led by the Captain (for the cockpit) and the Purser or Lead Flight Attendant (for the cabin). During this session, the crew reviews the weather forecast, anticipated turbulence, flight duration, and any specific maintenance "MEL" items on the aircraft. Crucially, they discuss security protocols, such as the "password" for cockpit entry and how to handle potential medical emergencies or unruly passengers. In 2026, many airlines have digitized this process, with crew members reviewing the "Briefing Package" on iPads before the face-to-face meeting. This interaction is vital for building "Crew Resource Management" (CRM)—the culture of open communication that prevents errors. The briefing ends with a check of all crew members' required documents (passports/licenses) and a confirmation that everyone is "fit to fly," ensuring that the team operates as a cohesive unit from the moment they step onto the aircraft.