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Source: FAA-S-ACS-11A, Airline Transport Pilot and Type Rating for Airplane Category ACS (November 2023, effective May 31, 2024). Used on: Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane Canadian Conversion (ACM), Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane Canadian Conversion (ASC), Airline Transport Pilot Multiengine Airplane (ATM), Airline Transport Pilot Single Engine Airplane (135) (ATS).
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I. Preflight Preparation
- AA.I.A.K1Landing gear–extension/retraction system(s), indicators, float devices, brakes, antiskid, tires, nose-wheel steering, and shock absorbers.
- AA.I.A.K2Powerplant–controls and indications, induction system, carburetor and fuel injection, turbocharging, cooling, mounting points, turbine wheels, compressors, deicing, anti-icing, and other related components.
- AA.I.A.K3Propellers–type, controls, feathering/unfeathering, auto-feather, negative torque sensing, synchronizing, synchrophasing, and thrust reverse, including uncommanded reverse procedures.
- AA.I.A.K4Fuel system–capacity, drains, pumps, controls, indicators, cross-feeding, transferring, jettisoning, fuel grade, color and additives, fueling and defueling procedures, and fuel substitutions.
- AA.I.A.K5Oil system–capacity, allowable types of oil, quantities, and indicators.
- AA.I.A.K6Hydraulic system–capacity, pumps, pressure, reservoirs, allowable types of fluid, and regulators.
- AA.I.A.K7Electrical system–alternators, generators, batteries, circuit breakers and protection devices, controls, indicators, and external and auxiliary power sources and ratings.
- AA.I.A.K8Pneumatic and environmental systems–heating, cooling, ventilation, oxygen, pressurization, supply for ice protection systems, controls, indicators, and regulating devices.
- AA.I.A.K9Avionics and communications–autopilot, flight director, Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), Flight Management System (FMS), Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), Radar, Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Space-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), Ground-Based Augmentation System (GBAS), ground-based navigation systems and components, Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) In and Out, Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Contract (ADS-C), traffic awareness/warning/avoidance systems, terrain awareness/ warning/alert systems, communication systems (e.g., data link, Ultra High Frequency (UHF)/Very High Frequency (VHF)/High Frequency (HF), satellite), Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC), indicating devices, transponder, and emergency locator transmitter, Head Up-Display (HUD).
- AA.I.A.K10Ice protection–anti-ice, deice, pitot-static system protection, turbine inlet, propeller, windshield, airfoil surfaces, and other related components.
- AA.I.A.K11Crewmember and passenger equipment–oxygen system, survival gear, emergency exits, evacuation procedures and crew duties, quick donning oxygen mask for crewmembers, passenger oxygen system.
- AA.I.A.K12Flight controls–ailerons, elevator(s), rudder(s), control tabs, control boost/augmentation systems, flaps, spoilers, leading edge devices, speed brakes, stability augmentation system (e.g., yaw damper), and trim systems.
- AA.I.A.K13Pitot-static system–associated instruments and the power source for those flight instruments. Operation and power sources for other flight instruments.
- AA.I.A.K14Fire & smoke detection, protection, and suppression–powerplant, cargo and passenger compartments, lavatory, pneumatic and environmental, electrical/avionics, and batteries (on aircraft and personal electronic devices).
- AA.I.A.K15Envelope protection–angle of attack warning and protection, and speed protection.
- AA.I.A.K16The contents of the Pilot Owner's Handbook (POH) or Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) with regard to the systems and components in the airplane.
- AA.I.A.K17How to use a Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and a Configuration Deviation List (CDL).
- AA.I.A.R1Detection of system malfunctions or failures.
- AA.I.A.R2Management of a system failure.
- AA.I.A.R3Monitoring and management of automated systems.
- AA.I.A.R4Following checklists or procedures.
- AA.I.B.K1Elements related to performance and limitations by explaining the use of charts, tables, and data to determine performance.
- AA.I.B.K2How to determine the following, as applicable to the class sought:
- AA.I.B.K2aAccelerate-stop / accelerate-go distance
- AA.I.B.K2bTakeoff performance [e.g., balance field length and Velocity, Minimum Control (ground) (VMCG)]
- AA.I.B.K2cClimb performance
- AA.I.B.K2dCruise performance (e.g., optimum and maximum operating altitudes)
- AA.I.B.K2eDescent performance
- AA.I.B.K2fLanding performance
- AA.I.B.K2gPerformance with an inoperative powerplant for all phases of flight (AMEL, AMES)
- AA.I.B.K2hWeight and balance and how to shift weight
- AA.I.B.K3Factors affecting performance, including:
- AA.I.B.K3aAtmospheric conditions
- AA.I.B.K3bPilot technique
- AA.I.B.K3cAircraft configuration (e.g., flap setting)
- AA.I.B.K3dAirport environment (e.g., runway condition, land and hold short operations (LAHSO))
- AA.I.B.K3eLoading (e.g., center of gravity)
- AA.I.B.K3fAircraft weight
- AA.I.B.K4Aerodynamics and how it relates to performance.
- AA.I.B.K5Adverse effects of exceeding an airplane limitation or the aircraft operating envelope.
- AA.I.B.K6Effects of icing on performance.
- AA.I.B.K7Clean wing concept; deicing and anti-icing procedures, including use of appropriate deice fluid, hold-over tables, calculating hold-over times, and pre-takeoff contamination checks.
- AA.I.B.K8Air carrier weight and balance systems (e.g., average weight program). Air Transport Pilot (ATP) (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.I.B.K9Runway assessment and condition reporting and use of the Runway Condition Assessment Matrix (RCAM). (ATP)(AMEL, AMES).
- AA.I.B.R1Use of performance charts, tables, and data.
- AA.I.B.R2Airplane limitations.
- AA.I.B.R3Possible differences between calculated performance and actual performance.
- AA.I.B.R4Airplane icing and its effect on performance and stall warning.
- AA.I.B.R5Runway excursions.
- AA.I.C.K1Sources of weather data (e.g., National Weather Service, Flight Service) for flight planning purposes.
- AA.I.C.K2Acceptable weather products and resources required for preflight planning, current and forecast weather for departure, en route, and arrival phases of flight such as:
- AA.I.C.K2aAirport Observations (METAR and SPECI) and Pilot Observations (PIREP)
- AA.I.C.K2bSurface Analysis Chart, Ceiling and Visibility Chart (CVA)
- AA.I.C.K2cTerminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAF)
- AA.I.C.K2dGraphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFA)
- AA.I.C.K2eWind and Temperature Aloft Forecast (FB)
- AA.I.C.K2fConvective Outlook (AC)
- AA.I.C.K2gInflight Aviation Weather Advisories including Airmen's Meteorological Information (AIRMET), Significant Meteorological Information (SIGMET), and Convective SIGMET
- AA.I.C.K3Meteorology applicable to the departure, en route, alternate, and destination for flights conducted under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) to include expected climate and hazardous conditions such as:
- AA.I.C.K3aAtmospheric composition and stability
- AA.I.C.K3bWind (e.g., windshear, mountain wave, factors affecting wind, etc.)
- AA.I.C.K3cTemperature and heat exchange
- AA.I.C.K3dMoisture/precipitation
- AA.I.C.K3eWeather system formation, including air masses and fronts
- AA.I.C.K3fClouds
- AA.I.C.K3gTurbulence
- AA.I.C.K3hThunderstorms and microbursts
- AA.I.C.K3iIcing and freezing level information
- AA.I.C.K3jFog/mist
- AA.I.C.K3kFrost
- AA.I.C.K3lObstructions to visibility (e.g., smoke, haze, volcanic ash, etc.)
- AA.I.C.K4Flight deck displays of digital weather and aeronautical information, their use to navigate around weather, and equipment limitations.
- AA.I.C.K5Low-visibility operations (e.g., surface movement, category II and III approaches). (ATP)(AMEL, AMES).
- AA.I.C.K6Flight Risk Assessment Tools.
- AA.I.C.R1Weather conditions involved in departure and in-flight decision making, to include:
- AA.I.C.R1aCircumstances requiring a change in course or destination
- AA.I.C.R1bKnown or forecast icing, winds or turbulence aloft, volcanic ash, destination weather, etc.
- AA.I.C.R1cPersonal weather minimums
- AA.I.C.R1dOperator specified or aircraft operational limitations, if applicable
- AA.I.C.R2Use and limitations of:
- AA.I.C.R2aInstalled onboard weather equipment
- AA.I.C.R2bAviation weather reports and forecasts
- AA.I.C.R2cInflight weather resources
- AA.I.D.K1Aerodynamics of large transport category airplanes, including flight characteristics of swept wing airplanes (e.g., Mach buffet).
- AA.I.D.K2Energy management.
- AA.I.D.K3Relationship between Mach number, indicated airspeed, true airspeed, and change over altitudes.
- AA.I.D.K4Load factor at high altitude and its effect on high and low speed operating margins.
- AA.I.D.K5Relationship between altitude capability, weight, and temperature.
- AA.I.D.K6Maximum Operating Speed - Knots (VMO) / Maximum Operating Speed - Mach (MMO) convergence and stall angle of attack.
- AA.I.D.K7Maximum Lift over Drag Ratio (L/DMAX).
- AA.I.D.K8Best range and best endurance.
- AA.I.D.K9Factors which contribute to airplane upsets at high altitude and upset prevention and recovery techniques.
- AA.I.D.R1Managing the airplane’s energy state.
- AA.I.D.R2High operating altitudes at high operational weights.
- AA.I.D.R3High altitude slow-downs and excursions behind the power curve.
- AA.I.D.R4Turbulence at high altitude.
- AA.I.E.K1Turbine engines, thrust reversing systems, and system malfunctions.
- AA.I.E.K2Airplane automation components (e.g., flight director, autopilot), their relationship to each other, and how to manage the automation for flight.
- AA.I.E.K3Advanced navigation equipment (e.g., FMS, Required Navigation Performance (RNP), ADS-B, EFB, etc.) and how it is used inflight.
- AA.I.E.K4Flightpath warning systems (e.g., Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS), Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) and how to respond to a warning.
- AA.I.E.K5Altitudes and conditions that require the use of oxygen masks.
- AA.I.E.K6Causes and recognition of cabin pressure loss.
- AA.I.E.K7Appropriate rudder use in transport aircraft to avoid rudder reversal.
- AA.I.E.K8Crew communications (e.g., sterile flight deck rules, briefings).
- AA.I.E.K9Operational control.
- AA.I.E.K10Elements associated with operating at complex and high traffic airports with emphasis on runway incursion prevention techniques.
- AA.I.E.K11Professional responsibilities associated with being an ATP certificate holder and how to apply leadership skills as pilot-in-command.
- AA.I.E.K12Crew resource management (CRM) principles and application in a multi-crew environment.
- AA.I.E.K13Use of safety programs to manage risk across an organization (e.g., Threat and error management (TEM), or Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP)).
- AA.I.E.K14Operations specifications.
- AA.I.E.R1Turbine engine and thrust reversing system malfunctions.
- AA.I.E.R2Managing automation and navigation equipment.
- AA.I.E.R3Responding to a flightpath warning system alert.
- AA.I.E.R4Loss of cabin pressure.
- AA.I.E.R5Crew coordination.
- AA.I.F.K1Causes, effects, recognition, and corrective actions associated with aeromedical and physiological issues, including:
- AA.I.F.K1aHypoxia
- AA.I.F.K1bHyperventilation
- AA.I.F.K1cMiddle ear and sinus problems
- AA.I.F.K1dSpatial disorientation
- AA.I.F.K1eMotion sickness
- AA.I.F.K1fCarbon monoxide poisoning
- AA.I.F.K1gStress
- AA.I.F.K1hFatigue
- AA.I.F.K1iDehydration and nutrition
- AA.I.F.K1jHypothermia
- AA.I.F.K1kOptical illusions
- AA.I.F.K1lDissolved nitrogen in the bloodstream after scuba dives
- AA.I.F.K2Effects of alcohol, drugs, and over-the-counter medications.
- AA.I.F.K3Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM) to include using Crew Resource Management (CRM) or Single- Pilot Resource Management (SRM), as appropriate.
- AA.I.F.K4Components of self-assessment for determining fitness for flight.
- AA.I.F.R1Aeromedical and physiological issues.
- AA.I.F.R2Hazardous attitudes.
- AA.I.F.R3Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.I.F.R4Confirmation and expectation bias.
- AA.I.G.K114 CFR part 61, subparts A, B, and G.
- AA.I.G.K214 CFR part 91 subparts A, B, C, F, G, H.
- AA.I.G.K314 CFR part 117 (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.I.G.K414 CFR part 121 subparts A, G, K, M, O, T, U, V (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.I.G.K514 CFR part 135 subparts A, B, C, D, E, F, G (ASEL, ASES).
- AA.I.G.K649 CFR part 830.
- AA.I.G.K714 CFR part 111 subparts A, D.
- AA.I.G.R1Lack of compliance with the applicable CFRs.
- AA.I.H.K1The characteristics of a water surface as affected by features, such as:
- AA.I.H.K1aSize and location
- AA.I.H.K1bProtected and unprotected areas
- AA.I.H.K1cSurface wind
- AA.I.H.K1dDirection and strength of water current
- AA.I.H.K1eFloating and partially submerged debris
- AA.I.H.K1fSandbars, islands, and shoals
- AA.I.H.K1gVessel traffic and wakes
- AA.I.H.K1hOther characteristics specific to the area
- AA.I.H.K1iDirection and height of waves
- AA.I.H.K2Float and hull construction, and its effect on seaplane performance.
- AA.I.H.K3Causes of porpoising and skipping, and the pilot action needed to prevent or correct these occurrences.
- AA.I.H.K4How to locate and identify seaplane bases on charts or in directories.
- AA.I.H.K5Operating restrictions at various bases.
- AA.I.H.K6Right-of-way, steering, and sailing rules pertinent to seaplane operation.
- AA.I.H.K7Marine navigation aids, such as buoys, beacons, lights, sound signals, and range markers.
- AA.I.H.K8Naval vessel protection zones.
- AA.I.H.K9No wake zones.
- AA.I.H.R1Local conditions.
- AA.I.H.R2Impact of marine traffic.
- AA.I.H.R3Right-of-way and sailing rules pertinent to seaplane operations.
- AA.I.H.R4Limited services and assistance available at seaplane bases.
II. Preflight Procedures
- AA.II.A.K1Pilot self-assessment.
- AA.II.A.K2Determining that the aircraft to be used is appropriate, airworthy, and in a condition for safe flight by locating and explaining related documents such as:
- AA.II.A.K2aAirworthiness and registration certificates
- AA.II.A.K2bOperating limitations, handbooks, and manuals
- AA.II.A.K2cMinimum Equipment List (MEL) and Configuration Deviation List (CDL), Kinds of Operations Equipment Lists (KOEL)
- AA.II.A.K2dWeight and balance data
- AA.II.A.K2eRequired inspections or tests and appropriate records and documentation (e.g., dispatch release) as applicable to the proposed flight or operation
- AA.II.A.K3Preventive maintenance that can be performed by the pilot or other designated crewmember.
- AA.II.A.K4Aircraft preflight inspection, including:
- AA.II.A.K4aWhich items should be inspected
- AA.II.A.K4bThe reasons for checking each item
- AA.II.A.K4cHow to detect possible defects
- AA.II.A.K4dThe associated regulations
- AA.II.A.K5Environmental factors, including weather, terrain, route selection, and obstructions.
- AA.II.A.K6Requirements for current and appropriate navigation data.
- AA.II.A.K7Operations specifications, management specifications, or letters of authorization applying to a particular aircraft and operation, if applicable.
- AA.II.A.R1Human performance factors.
- AA.II.A.R2Inoperative equipment discovered prior to flight.
- AA.II.A.R3Environment (e.g., weather, airports, airspace, terrain, obstacles).
- AA.II.A.R4External pressures.
- AA.II.A.R5Aviation security concerns.
- AA.II.B.K1Normal and abnormal powerplant start procedures and limitations, including the use of an auxiliary power unit (APU) or external power source, if applicable.
- AA.II.B.K2Starting under various conditions.
- AA.II.B.K3Malfunctions during powerplant start, procedures to address the malfunction, and any associated limitations.
- AA.II.B.K4Coordinating and communicating with ground personnel for powerplant start, if applicable.
- AA.II.B.R1Malfunctions during powerplant start.
- AA.II.B.R2Propeller and turbine powerplant safety.
- AA.II.B.R3Managing situations where specific instructions or checklist items are not published.
- AA.II.B.R4Personnel, vehicles, vessels, foreign object debris, and other aircraft in the vicinity during powerplant start.
- AA.II.C.K1Current airport aeronautical references and information resources such as the Chart Supplement, airport diagram, and Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs).
- AA.II.C.K2Taxi instructions/clearances, including published taxi routes.
- AA.II.C.K3Airport markings, signs, and lights.
- AA.II.C.K4Appropriate aircraft lighting for day and night operations.
- AA.II.C.K5Push-back procedures, if applicable.
- AA.II.C.K6Appropriate flight deck activities prior to taxi, including route planning, identifying the location of Hot Spots, and coordinating with crew if, applicable.
- AA.II.C.K7Communications at towered and nontowered airports.
- AA.II.C.K8Entering or crossing runways.
- AA.II.C.K9Night taxi operations.
- AA.II.C.K10Low visibility taxi operations and techniques used to avoid disorientation.
- AA.II.C.K11Single-Engine taxi procedures for (AMEL).
- AA.II.C.R1Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.II.C.R2Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions.
- AA.II.C.R3A taxi route or departure runway change.
- AA.II.C.R4Partial completion of checklist(s).
- AA.II.C.R5Low visibility taxi operations.
- AA.II.C.R6Runway incursion.
- AA.II.D.K1Current airport/seaplane base aeronautical references and information resources, including Chart Supplements, airport diagram, and appropriate references.
- AA.II.D.K2Taxi instructions/clearances, if applicable.
- AA.II.D.K3Airport/seaplane base markings, signs, and lights.
- AA.II.D.K4Appropriate aircraft lighting for day and night operations.
- AA.II.D.K5Sailing elements and techniques and when sailing should be used.
- AA.II.D.K6Considerations for determining the most favorable sailing course.
- AA.II.D.K7Airport/seaplane base procedures, including:
- AA.II.D.K7aAppropriate flight deck activities prior to taxi or sailing, including route planning, and coordinating with crew, if applicable
- AA.II.D.K7bCommunications at towered and nontowered seaplane bases
- AA.II.D.K7cEntering or crossing runways (land operation)
- AA.II.D.K7dNight taxi and sailing operations
- AA.II.D.K7eLow visibility taxi and sailing operations
- AA.II.D.R1Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.II.D.R2Porpoising and skipping.
- AA.II.D.R3Partial completion of checklist(s).
- AA.II.D.R4Low visibility taxi and sailing operations.
- AA.II.D.R5Other aircraft, vessels, and hazards.
- AA.II.D.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.II.D.R7Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions.
- AA.II.E.K1Purpose of pre-takeoff checklist items, including:
- AA.II.E.K1aReasons for checking each item
- AA.II.E.K1bDetecting malfunctions
- AA.II.E.K1cEnsuring the aircraft is in safe operating condition
- AA.II.E.K2Deicing and anti-icing procedures, holdover times, and pre-takeoff contamination check.
- AA.II.E.K3Adverse weather considerations for performance on takeoff (e.g., snow, ice, gusting crosswinds, low-visibility).
- AA.II.E.K4Items to be included in a before takeoff briefing.
- AA.II.E.R1Division of attention while conducting before takeoff checks.
- AA.II.E.R2An unexpected change in the runway to be used for departure.
- AA.II.E.R3Using performance data to set airspeeds and flight instruments for actual conditions and the departure runway.
- AA.II.E.R4Setting navigation and communication equipment for departure.
- AA.II.E.R5Configuring autopilot and flight director for departure.
- AA.II.E.R6Adverse weather conditions prior to takeoff (e.g., snow, ice, gusting crosswinds, low-visibility).
- AA.II.E.R7Potential powerplant failure during takeoff or other malfunction considering operational factors such as airplane characteristics, runway/takeoff path length, surface conditions, environmental conditions, and obstructions.
III. Takeoffs and Landings
- AA.III.A.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
- AA.III.A.K2Appropriate V-speeds for takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.A.K3Appropriate aircraft configuration and power setting for takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.A.K4Runway markings and lighting.
- AA.III.A.R1Selection of a runway, or runway intersection, based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.A.R2Wake turbulence.
- AA.III.A.R3Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.III.A.R3aRejected takeoff
- AA.III.A.R3bPotential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
- AA.III.A.R4Configuring or setting the aircraft (e.g., trim, flaps, autobrakes, etc.).
- AA.III.A.R5Collision hazards.
- AA.III.A.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.A.R7Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.B.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.III.B.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance.
- AA.III.B.K3Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
- AA.III.B.K4Runway markings and lighting.
- AA.III.B.R1Selection of a runway or approach path and touchdown area based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.B.R2Wake turbulence.
- AA.III.B.R3Go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.III.B.R4Land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
- AA.III.B.R5Collision hazards.
- AA.III.B.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.B.R7Distractions, loss of situational awareness, incorrect airport surface approach and landing, or improper task management.
- AA.III.C.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
- AA.III.C.K2Appropriate power settings and V-speeds for takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.C.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.
- AA.III.C.K4Appropriate use of glassy water takeoff and climb technique.
- AA.III.C.R1Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.C.R2Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.III.C.R2aRejected takeoff
- AA.III.C.R2bPotential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
- AA.III.C.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.C.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.C.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.C.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.D.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.III.D.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance.
- AA.III.D.K3Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
- AA.III.D.K4When and why glassy water techniques are used.
- AA.III.D.K5How a glassy water approach and landing is executed.
- AA.III.D.R1Selection of the approach path and touchdown area based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.D.R2Go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.III.D.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.D.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.D.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.D.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.E.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
- AA.III.E.K2Appropriate power settings and V-speeds for takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.E.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.
- AA.III.E.K4Appropriate use of rough water takeoff and climb technique.
- AA.III.E.R1Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.E.R2Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.III.E.R2aRejected takeoff
- AA.III.E.R2bPotential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
- AA.III.E.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.E.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.E.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.E.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.F.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.III.F.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance.
- AA.III.F.K3Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
- AA.III.F.K4When and why rough water techniques are used.
- AA.III.F.K5How to perform a proper rough water approach and landing.
- AA.III.F.R1Selection of the approach path and touchdown area based on airplane limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.F.R2Go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.III.F.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.F.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.F.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.F.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.G.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
- AA.III.G.K2Appropriate power settings and V-speeds for takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.G.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.
- AA.III.G.K4Effects of water surface.
- AA.III.G.K5Available techniques for confined-area takeoff and climb.
- AA.III.G.R1Selection of the takeoff path based on airplane limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.G.R2Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.III.G.R2aRejected takeoff
- AA.III.G.R2bPotential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
- AA.III.G.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.G.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.G.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.G.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.H.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.III.H.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance.
- AA.III.H.K3Available techniques for confined-area approach and landing.
- AA.III.H.K4Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
- AA.III.H.R1Selection of the approach path and touchdown area based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.H.R2Go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.III.H.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.III.H.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.H.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.H.R6Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
- AA.III.H.R7Landing in an area or in conditions where a takeoff/climb may not be possible.
- AA.III.I.K1Conditions and situations that could warrant a rejected takeoff (e.g., takeoff warning systems, powerplant failure, other systems warning/failure).
- AA.III.I.K2Safety considerations following a rejected takeoff.
- AA.III.I.K3The procedure for accomplishing a rejected takeoff.
- AA.III.I.K4Accelerate/stop distance.
- AA.III.I.K5Relevant V-speeds for a rejected takeoff.
- AA.III.I.R1Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.III.I.R2A powerplant failure or other malfunction during takeoff.
- AA.III.I.R3Directional control following a rejected takeoff.
- AA.III.I.R4A rejected takeoff with inadequate stopping distance.
- AA.III.I.R5High-speed rejected takeoff.
- AA.III.I.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.J.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.III.J.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and density altitude, on a go-around or rejected landing.
- AA.III.J.K3Wind correction techniques on takeoff/departure and approach/landing.
- AA.III.J.K4Situations and considerations on approach that could require a go-around/rejected landing, including the inability to comply with a LAHSO clearance.
- AA.III.J.K5Go-around/rejected landing procedures, the importance of a timely decision, and appropriate airspeed/ V-speeds for the maneuver.
- AA.III.J.R1Delayed recognition of the need for a go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.III.J.R2Delayed performance of a go-around at low altitude.
- AA.III.J.R3Power application.
- AA.III.J.R4Configuring the airplane.
- AA.III.J.R5Collision hazards.
- AA.III.J.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.III.J.R7Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.III.J.R8Managing a go-around/rejected landing after accepting a LAHSO clearance.
IV. In-flight Maneuvers
- AA.IV.A.K1Energy management concepts.
- AA.IV.A.K2Aerodynamics associated with steep turns, including:
- AA.IV.A.K2aMaintaining coordinated flight
- AA.IV.A.K2bOverbanking tendencies
- AA.IV.A.K2cManeuvering speed, including the impact of weight changes
- AA.IV.A.K2dLoad factor and accelerated stalls
- AA.IV.A.K2eRate and radius of turn
- AA.IV.A.R1Spatial disorientation when conducting a steep turn while flying by reference to instruments.
- AA.IV.A.R2Collision hazards including aircraft and terrain.
- AA.IV.A.R3Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.IV.A.R4Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.IV.A.R5Uncoordinated flight.
- AA.IV.B.K1Procedures for recovery from unusual flight attitudes.
- AA.IV.B.K2Unusual flight attitude causal factors, including physiological factors, system and equipment failures, and environmental factors.
- AA.IV.B.K3The operating envelope and structural limitations for the aircraft.
- AA.IV.B.K4Effects of engine location, wing design, and other specific design characteristics that could affect aircraft control during the recovery.
- AA.IV.B.R1Situations that could lead to loss of control in-flight (LOC-I) or unusual attitudes in-flight (e.g., stress, task saturation, inadequate instrument scan distractions, and spatial disorientation).
- AA.IV.B.R2[Archived]
- AA.IV.B.R3Operating envelope considerations.
- AA.IV.B.R4Interpreting flight instruments.
- AA.IV.B.R5Assessment of the unusual attitude.
- AA.IV.B.R6Control input errors, inducing undesired aircraft attitudes.
- AA.IV.B.R7Control application solely by reference to instruments.
- AA.IV.B.R8Collision hazards.
- AA.IV.B.R9Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.IV.C.K1All specific flight and performance characteristics associated with the aircraft.
- AA.IV.C.R1Specific flight and performance characteristics, their effects, and applicable procedures.
- AA.IV.C.R2Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
V. Stall Prevention
- AA.V.A.K1Aerodynamics associated with stalls in a partial flap configuration, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and balance, aircraft attitude, and sideslip effects.
- AA.V.A.K2Stall characteristics as they relate to airplane design, and recognition impending stall and full stall indications using sight, sound, or feel.
- AA.V.A.K3Factors and situations that can lead to a stall during takeoff or while on approach and actions that can be taken to prevent it.
- AA.V.A.K4Effects of autoflight, flight envelope protection in normal and degraded modes, and unexpected disconnects of the autopilot or autothrottle/autothrust, if applicable to the aircraft used for the evaluation.
- AA.V.A.K5Fundamentals of stall recovery.
- AA.V.A.R1Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent stall, spin, and loss of control during takeoff or while on approach.
- AA.V.A.R2Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, stick shaker, etc.).
- AA.V.A.R3Stall warning awareness.
- AA.V.A.R4Stall recovery procedure.
- AA.V.A.R5Secondary stalls, accelerated stalls, elevator trim stalls, and cross-control stalls.
- AA.V.A.R6Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance while in a partial flap configuration as it relates to stalls (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high-density altitude).
- AA.V.A.R7Collision hazards including aircraft and terrain.
- AA.V.A.R8Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.V.B.K1Aerodynamics associated with stalls in a clean configuration, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and balance, and aircraft attitude.
- AA.V.B.K2Stall characteristics as they relate to airplane design, and recognition impending stall and full stall indications using sight, sound, or feel.
- AA.V.B.K3Factors and situations that can lead to a stall during cruise flight and actions that can be taken to prevent it.
- AA.V.B.K4Effects of autoflight, flight envelope protection in normal and degraded modes, and unexpected disconnects of the autopilot or autothrottle/autothrust, if applicable to the aircraft used for the evaluation.
- AA.V.B.K5Fundamentals of stall recovery.
- AA.V.B.K6Effects of altitude on performance (e.g., thrust available) and flight control effectiveness during a recovery.
- AA.V.B.R1Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent stall, spin, and loss of control during cruise flight.
- AA.V.B.R2Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, stick shaker, etc.).
- AA.V.B.R3Stall warning awareness.
- AA.V.B.R4Stall recovery procedure.
- AA.V.B.R5Secondary stalls, accelerated stalls, elevator trim stalls, and cross-control stalls.
- AA.V.B.R6Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance while in cruise flight as it relates to stalls (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high-density altitude).
- AA.V.B.R7Collision hazards including aircraft and terrain.
- AA.V.B.R8Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.V.C.K1Aerodynamics associated with stalls in the landing configuration, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and balance, aircraft attitude, and sideslip effects.
- AA.V.C.K2Stall characteristics as they relate to airplane design, and recognition impending stall and full stall indications using sight, sound, or feel.
- AA.V.C.K3Factors and situations that can lead to a stall when configured for landing and actions that can be taken to prevent it.
- AA.V.C.K4Effects of autoflight, flight envelope protection in normal and degraded modes, and unexpected disconnects of the autopilot or autothrottle/autothrust, if applicable to the aircraft used for the evaluation.
- AA.V.C.K5Fundamentals of stall recovery.
- AA.V.C.R1Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent stall, spin, and loss of control during landing.
- AA.V.C.R2Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, stick shaker, etc.).
- AA.V.C.R3Stall warning awareness.
- AA.V.C.R4Stall recovery procedure.
- AA.V.C.R5Secondary stalls, accelerated stalls, elevator trim stalls, and cross-control stalls.
- AA.V.C.R6Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance while landing as it relates to stalls (e.g., turbulence, icing, microbursts, and high-density altitude).
- AA.V.C.R7Stalls at a low altitude.
- AA.V.C.R8Collision hazards, including aircraft and terrain.
- AA.V.C.R9Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
VI. Instrument Procedures
- AA.VI.A.K1Operational factors that could affect an instrument takeoff (e.g., runway length, runway lighting, surface conditions, wind, wake turbulence, icing conditions, obstructions, available instrument approaches or alternate airports available) in the event of an emergency after takeoff.
- AA.VI.A.R1Selection of a runway based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, surface conditions, lighting, and wind.
- AA.VI.A.R2Wake turbulence.
- AA.VI.A.R3Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.VI.A.R3aRejected takeoff
- AA.VI.A.R3bPotential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight with the ceiling or visibility below the minimums for an instrument approach at departure airport
- AA.VI.A.R4Collision hazards.
- AA.VI.A.R5Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VI.A.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VI.B.K1Takeoff minimums; (Obstacle) Departure Procedure (ODP), including Visual Climb over the Airport (VCOA) and Diverse Vector Area (Radar Vectors); Standard Instrument Departure (SID), including Area Navigation (RNAV) departure; required climb gradients; U.S. Terminal Procedures Publications; and En Route Charts.
- AA.VI.B.K2Use of a Flight Management System (FMS) or Global Positioning System (GPS) to follow a DP.
- AA.VI.B.K3Pilot/controller responsibilities, communication procedures, and ATC services available to pilots.
- AA.VI.B.K4Two-way radio communication failure procedures after takeoff.
- AA.VI.B.K5Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems (orientation, course determination, equipment, tests and regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, signal integrity).
- AA.VI.B.R1Following published procedures and required climb gradients or ATC Instructions.
- AA.VI.B.R2Limitations of air traffic avoidance equipment and use of see and avoid techniques.
- AA.VI.B.R3Automation management.
- AA.VI.C.K1Standard Terminal Arrival (STAR) charts, U.S. Terminal Procedures Publications, and IFR En Route High and Low Altitude Charts.
- AA.VI.C.K2Use of a Flight Management System (FMS) or GPS to follow a STAR.
- AA.VI.C.K3Pilot/controller responsibilities, communication procedures, and ATC services available to pilots.
- AA.VI.C.K4Two-way radio communication failure procedures during an arrival.
- AA.VI.C.K5Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems (orientation, course determination, equipment, tests and regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, signal integrity).
- AA.VI.C.R1ATC communications and compliance with published procedures.
- AA.VI.C.R2Limitations of traffic avoidance equipment.
- AA.VI.C.R3Responsibility to use "see and avoid" techniques when possible.
- AA.VI.C.R4Automation management.
- AA.VI.C.R5ATC instructions that modify an arrival or discontinue/resume the aircraft's lateral or vertical navigation on an arrival.
- AA.VI.D.K1Procedures and limitations associated with a non-precision approach, including the differences between Localizer Performance (LP) and Lateral Navigation (LNAV) approach guidance.
- AA.VI.D.K2Navigation system displays and annunciations, modes of operation, and Required Navigation Performance (RNP) lateral accuracy values associated with an RNAV (GPS) approach.
- AA.VI.D.K3Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems (orientation, course determination, equipment, tests and regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, signal integrity).
- AA.VI.D.K4A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.VI.D.R1Deviating from the assigned approach procedure.
- AA.VI.D.R2Selecting a navigation frequency.
- AA.VI.D.R3Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
- AA.VI.D.R4Aircraft configuration during an approach and missed approach.
- AA.VI.D.R5An unstable approach, including excessive descent rates.
- AA.VI.D.R6Deteriorating weather conditions on approach.
- AA.VI.D.R7Operating below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) without proper visual references.
- AA.VI.E.K1Procedures and limitations associated with a precision approach, including determining required descent rates and adjusting minimums in the case of inoperative equipment.
- AA.VI.E.K2Navigation system displays, annunciations, and modes of operation.
- AA.VI.E.K3Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems (orientation, course determination, equipment, tests and regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, signal integrity).
- AA.VI.E.K4A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.VI.E.R1Deviating from the assigned approach procedure.
- AA.VI.E.R2Selecting a navigation frequency.
- AA.VI.E.R3Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
- AA.VI.E.R4Aircraft configuration during an approach and missed approach.
- AA.VI.E.R5An unstable approach, including excessive descent rates.
- AA.VI.E.R6Deteriorating weather conditions on approach.
- AA.VI.E.R7Continuing to descend below the Decision Altitude (DA)/Decision Height (DH) when the required visual references are not visible.
- AA.VI.F.K1Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a precision approach.
- AA.VI.F.K2Approach lighting systems and runway and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting.
- AA.VI.F.R1Selection of an approach procedure and runway based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.VI.F.R2Wake turbulence.
- AA.VI.F.R3[Archived]
- AA.VI.F.R3a[Archived]
- AA.VI.F.R3b[Archived]
- AA.VI.F.R4Collision hazards.
- AA.VI.F.R5Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VI.F.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VI.F.R7Attempting to land from an unstable approach.
- AA.VI.F.R8Flying below the glidepath.
- AA.VI.F.R9Transitioning from instrument to visual references for landing.
- AA.VI.F.R10Missed Approach.
- AA.VI.F.R11Land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
- AA.VI.G.K1Elements related to circling approach procedures and limitations, including approach categories and related airspeed restrictions.
- AA.VI.G.R1Prescribed circling approach procedures.
- AA.VI.G.R2Executing a circling approach at night or with marginal visibility.
- AA.VI.G.R3Losing visual contact with an identifiable part of the airport.
- AA.VI.G.R4Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
- AA.VI.G.R5Control of altitude, airspeed, and distance while circling.
- AA.VI.G.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VI.G.R7Executing a missed approach after the MAP while circling.
- AA.VI.H.K1Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a circling approach.
- AA.VI.H.K2Approach lighting systems and runway and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting.
- AA.VI.H.R1Selection of an approach procedure and runway based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.VI.H.R2Wake turbulence.
- AA.VI.H.R3[Archived]
- AA.VI.H.R3a[Archived]
- AA.VI.H.R3b[Archived]
- AA.VI.H.R4Collision hazards.
- AA.VI.H.R5Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VI.H.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VI.H.R7Attempting to land from an unstable approach.
- AA.VI.H.R8Missed Approach.
- AA.VI.H.R9Land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
- AA.VI.I.K1Elements related to missed approach procedures, including reference to standby or backup instruments.
- AA.VI.I.K2Limitations associated with standard instrument approaches, including while using an FMS or autopilot, if equipped.
- AA.VI.I.R1Deviations from prescribed procedures or ATC instructions.
- AA.VI.I.R2Holding, diverting, or electing to fly the approach again.
- AA.VI.I.R3Aircraft configuration during an approach and missed approach.
- AA.VI.I.R4Factors that might lead to executing a missed approach procedure before the MAP or to a go-around below DA, DH, or MDA, as applicable.
- AA.VI.I.R5Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
- AA.VI.J.K1Elements related to holding procedures, including reporting criteria, appropriate speeds, and recommended entry procedures for standard, nonstandard, published, and non-published holding patterns.
- AA.VI.J.K2Determining holding endurance based upon factors, including an expect further clearance (EFC) time, fuel on board, fuel flow while holding, fuel required to destination and alternate, etc., as appropriate.
- AA.VI.J.K3When to declare minimum fuel or a fuel-related emergency.
- AA.VI.J.K4Use of automation for holding, including autopilot and flight management systems, if equipped.
- AA.VI.J.R1Recalculating fuel reserves if assigned an unanticipated expect further clearance (EFC) time.
- AA.VI.J.R2Scenarios and circumstances that could result in minimum fuel or the need to declare an emergency.
- AA.VI.J.R3Scenarios that could lead to holding, including deteriorating weather at the planned destination.
- AA.VI.J.R4Holding entry and wind correction while holding.
- AA.VI.J.R5Holding while in icing conditions.
- AA.VI.J.R6Automation management.
VII. Emergency Operations
- AA.VII.A.K1Declaring an emergency and selection of a suitable airport or landing location.
- AA.VII.A.K2Situations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or engine fire).
- AA.VII.A.K3Causes of inflight fire or smoke.
- AA.VII.A.K4Airplane decompression.
- AA.VII.A.K5When an emergency evacuation may be necessary.
- AA.VII.A.K6Actions required if icing conditions exceed the capabilities of the aircraft.
- AA.VII.A.R1Selection of the procedures or checklists to follow in an emergency.
- AA.VII.A.R2Multiple failures or system abnormalities.
- AA.VII.A.R3Altitude, wind, terrain, and obstruction considerations in an emergency.
- AA.VII.A.R4Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.B.K1The procedures used during a powerplant(s) failure on takeoff, the appropriate reference airspeeds, and the specific pilot actions required.
- AA.VII.B.K2Operational considerations, including: airplane performance (e.g., sideslip, bank angle, rudder input), takeoff warning systems, runway length, surface conditions, density altitude, wake turbulence, environmental conditions, obstructions, and other related factors that could adversely affect safety.
- AA.VII.B.R1Planning for a potential powerplant failure during takeoff considering operational factors (e.g., takeoff warning inhibit systems, other airplane characteristics, runway/takeoff path length, surface conditions, environmental conditions, obstructions, and land and hold short operations.
- AA.VII.B.R2Briefing the plan for a powerplant failure during takeoff, in a crew environment.
- AA.VII.B.R3Selection of the procedures or checklists to follow in an emergency.
- AA.VII.B.R4Identifying the inoperative engine (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.VII.B.R5Inability to climb or maintain altitude with an inoperative powerplant (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.VII.B.R6Altitude, wind, terrain, and obstruction considerations in an emergency.
- AA.VII.B.R7Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.B.R8Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.C.K1Immediate action items and emergency procedures for a forced landing.
- AA.VII.C.K2Airspeed, including:
- AA.VII.C.K2aImportance of best glide speed and its relationship to distance
- AA.VII.C.K2bDifference between best glide speed and minimum sink speed
- AA.VII.C.K2cEffects of wind on glide distance
- AA.VII.C.K3Effects of atmospheric conditions on emergency approach and landing.
- AA.VII.C.K4A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- AA.VII.C.K5Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) and other emergency locating devices.
- AA.VII.C.K6Air traffic control (ATC) services to aircraft in distress.
- AA.VII.C.R1Altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance, and available landing distance considerations.
- AA.VII.C.R2Following or changing the planned flightpath to the selected landing area.
- AA.VII.C.R3Collision hazards.
- AA.VII.C.R4Configuring the airplane.
- AA.VII.C.R5Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.C.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.C.R7A powerplant failure in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC).
- AA.VII.D.K1Flight characteristics and controllability associated with maneuvering the airplane with powerplant(s) inoperative, including the importance of drag reduction.
- AA.VII.D.K2Powerplant restart procedures and conditions where a restart attempt is appropriate.
- AA.VII.D.R1Powerplant(s) failure.
- AA.VII.D.R2Methods for handling a powerplant failure or a powerplant restart.
- AA.VII.D.R3Diagnosis of the cause of the powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.D.R4Collision hazards.
- AA.VII.D.R5Configuring the airplane.
- AA.VII.D.R6Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent stall, spin, and loss of control with an inflight powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.D.R7Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.E.K1Flight characteristics and controllability associated with maneuvering to a landing with inoperative powerplant(s).
- AA.VII.E.K2Go-around/rejected landing procedures with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.E.K3How to determine a suitable airport.
- AA.VII.E.R1Planning for a powerplant failure inflight or during an approach.
- AA.VII.E.R2Collision hazards.
- AA.VII.E.R3Configuring the airplane.
- AA.VII.E.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.E.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.E.R6Performing a go-around/rejected landing with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.F.K1Flight characteristics and controllability associated with maneuvering to a landing with inoperative powerplant(s).
- AA.VII.F.K2Missed approach considerations with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.F.K3How to determine a suitable airport.
- AA.VII.F.R1Planning for a powerplant failure inflight or during an approach.
- AA.VII.F.R2Collision hazards.
- AA.VII.F.R3Configuring the airplane.
- AA.VII.F.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.F.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AA.VII.F.R6Landing with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.F.R7Missed approach with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.F.R8Maneuvering in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) with a powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.G.K1Airplane flight characteristics when flaps, leading edge devices, and other similar devices malfunction or become inoperative.
- AA.VII.G.K2Other airplane system limitations when landing at a high speed.
- AA.VII.G.K3How to determine required landing distance and a suitable runway for landing.
- AA.VII.G.R1Hazards associated with a no flap or nonstandard flap approach and landing, including an asymmetrical flap situation.
- AA.VII.G.R2Selection of a runway based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
- AA.VII.G.R3Wake turbulence.
- AA.VII.G.R4Go-around/rejected landing.
- AA.VII.G.R5Collision hazards.
- AA.VII.G.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.G.R7Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
VIII. Postflight Procedures
- AA.VIII.A.K1Parking, shutdown, securing, and postflight inspection.
- AA.VIII.A.K2Documenting in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
- AA.VIII.A.R1Activities and distractions.
- AA.VIII.A.R2[Archived]
- AA.VIII.A.R3Propeller, turbofan inlet, and exhaust safety.
- AA.VIII.A.R4Airport specific security procedures.
- AA.VIII.A.R5Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.
- AA.VIII.B.K1Mooring.
- AA.VIII.B.K2Docking.
- AA.VIII.B.K3Anchoring.
- AA.VIII.B.K4Beaching/ramping.
- AA.VIII.B.R1Activities and distractions.
- AA.VIII.B.R2[Archived]
- AA.VIII.B.R3Propeller, turbofan inlet, and exhaust safety.
- AA.VIII.B.R4Airport/seaplane base security procedures.
- AA.VIII.B.R5Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.