Flight Rules
Noun · Hacker Culture
Definitions
A set of practical operating rules for how to behave under pressure, often in incidents, launches, or complex workflows. The phrase evokes aviation-style discipline and is often used to make procedures memorable and non-negotiable when stakes rise.
In plain English: Practical operating rules for how to behave under pressure.
Example: "Their incident flight rules included simple constraints like one incident lead, one updates channel, and no risky changes without explicit acknowledgment."