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AA.III.G.R2bFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight

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Abnormal operations, including planning for: b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight

Bottom line

To be prepared for emergency situations, memorize the immediate action items and, after completion, refer to the appropriate checklist.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 5 (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  3. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
  7. AIM 7-6-7 (Mountain Flying) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  8. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-29) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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