NOTAMs, Decisions, Depths of Vigilance

Write a concise explainer and investigative piece centered on FAA NOTAMs and the slackline crash in Arizona. Start with a tight incident recap and then unpack how pilots use NOTAMs (including the 25 nautical mile planning rule) and why warnings may or may not influence decision-making. Explore human factors, cognitive load, and the balance between warning overload and vigilance in flight planning. Include potential regulatory or safety improvements and propose questions for experts (FAA, NTSB, flight instructors) to address in follow-up reporting. End with a clear, actionable takeaway for readers and pilots.

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