AA.II.D.R3FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Partial completion of checklist(s).

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

Partial completion of checklist(s).

Bottom line

Do not accept any ATC clearance if it appears that you will be unable to properly complete all required checklist items.

FAA references

  1. AC 91-73, para. 7d — AC No: 91-73B
  2. AC 120-74, para. 7b — AC No: 120-74B
  3. 14 CFR 121.359 (Cockpit voice recorders.) — eCFR current as of 2026-10-01
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