AI.II.B.S2FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Scan around physical obstructions.

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Scan around physical obstructions.

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Binocular vision and our perception can be affected (e.g., blurring) when an object is visible to only one eye but hidden from the other by a windshield post or other object, for example. Pilots should remain constantly alert to all traffic movement within their field of vision, as well as periodically scanning the entire visual field outside of their aircraft to ensure detection of conflicting traffic.

FAA references

  1. AC 90-48, paras. 8.1.6, 8.1.7 — AC No: 90-48E
  2. AFH ch. 1 (pp. 1-10–1-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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