AA.IV.A.K1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge
Energy management concepts.
Energy management concepts.
Bottom line
The energy state of an airplane is the balance between airspeed, altitude, drag, and thrust and represents how efficiently the airfoil is operating. With this increased situational awareness pertaining to the energy condition of the airplane, the pilot has additional information to help prevent a loss of control scenario.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 1G, unaccelerated, coordinated flight only | Stall speed valid |
| one weight, one CG (typically max gross, max forward) | Weight and CG |
FAA references
- AFH ch. 5, Stall Recognition (p. 5-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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