AI.II.P.R3FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management
Flying over terrain that exceeds the single engine service ceiling.
Flying over terrain that exceeds the single engine service ceiling.
Bottom line
The single-engine service ceiling is the altitude at which twins can no longer climb at 50 feet per minute in smooth air, with one engine feathered, at maximum certificated takeoff weight. When operating near or above the single-engine ceiling and an engine failure is experienced shortly after lift-off, a landing must be accomplished on essentially whatever lies ahead.
FAA references
- FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-9) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-6) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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