AI.II.FFAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023
Performance and Limitations
To determine the applicant understands aircraft performance and limitations, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction.
Bottom line
The performance information in the AFM/POH has little or no value unless the user recognizes those variations and makes the necessary adjustments.
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 11 (pp. 11-1–11-2) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- WBH ch. 1 (p. 1-3) — FAA-H-8083-1B
Knowledge
- AI.II.F.K1: Elements related to performance and limitations by explaining the use of charts, tables, and data to determine performance.
- AI.II.F.K2: Factors affecting performance, including:
- AI.II.F.K2a: a. Atmospheric conditions
- AI.II.F.K2b: b. Pilot technique
- AI.II.F.K2c: c. Airplane configuration
- AI.II.F.K2d: d. Airport environment
- AI.II.F.K2e: e. Loading and weight and balance
- AI.II.F.K3: Weight and balance terms, including: basic empty weight, maximum gross weight, arm, moment, reference datum, center of gravity (CG) and CG l
- AI.II.F.K4: Methods for computing CG.
- AI.II.F.K5: Aerodynamics.
Risk management
- AI.II.F.R1: Use of performance charts, tables, and data.
- AI.II.F.R2: Airplane limitations.
- AI.II.F.R3: Possible differences between calculated performance and actual performance.
- AI.II.F.R4: Exceeding weight limits.
- AI.II.F.R5: Operating outside of CG limits.
- AI.II.F.R6: Shifting, adding, and removing weight.
Skills
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