AA.VII.BFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023
Powerplant Failure During Takeoff
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with powerplant failure during takeoff. Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
V1 is also the minimum speed which assures the takeoff can be safely completed within the remaining runway, or runway and clearway, after failure of the most critical engine at the designated speed. The prudent multiengine pilot should pick a decision point in the takeoff and climb sequence in advance.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 16 (p. 16-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-11–13-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
Knowledge
- AA.VII.B.K1: The procedures used during a powerplant(s) failure on takeoff, the appropriate reference airspeeds, and the specific pilot actions required.
- AA.VII.B.K2: Operational considerations, including: airplane performance (e.g., sideslip, bank angle, rudder input), takeoff warning systems, runway leng
Risk management
- AA.VII.B.R1: Planning for a potential powerplant failure during takeoff considering operational factors (e.g., takeoff warning inhibit systems, other air
- AA.VII.B.R2: Briefing the plan for a powerplant failure during takeoff, in a crew environment.
- AA.VII.B.R3: Selection of the procedures or checklists to follow in an emergency.
- AA.VII.B.R4: Identifying the inoperative engine (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.VII.B.R5: Inability to climb or maintain altitude with an inoperative powerplant (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.VII.B.R6: Altitude, wind, terrain, and obstruction considerations in an emergency.
- AA.VII.B.R7: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VII.B.R8: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
- AA.VII.B.S1: Following the powerplant failure, maintain positive airplane control and adjust the powerplant controls as recommended by the manufacturer f
- AA.VII.B.S2: Establish a power-off descent approximately straight-ahead if the powerplant failure occurs after becoming airborne and before reaching an a
- AA.VII.B.S3: Continue the takeoff if the (simulated) powerplant failure occurs at a point where the airplane can continue to a specified airspeed and alt
- AA.VII.B.S4: After establishing a climb, maintain the desired airspeed, ±5 knots. Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the man
- AA.VII.B.S5: Maintain the appropriate heading, ±5°, when powerplant failure occurs (AMEL, AMES).
- AA.VII.B.S6: Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate checklist(s) following the powerplant failure.
- AA.VII.B.S7: Communicate with air traffic control (ATC) and the evaluator, as appropriate for the situation.
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