AI.X.H.K6FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge

Common errors related to this Task.

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Common errors related to this Task.

Bottom line

Most stall/spin accidents occurred when the pilot's attention was diverted from the primary task of flying the aircraft. Learners should be told about errors as soon after the performance as possible and should not be allowed to practice mistakes.

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NumberWhat it means
Sixty percent occurred during takeoff and landingStall/spin accidents
Twenty percent of stall/spin accidents were preceded by engine failureEngine failure

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 9 (pp. 9-9–9-10) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-25) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. RMH ch. 7 (p. 7-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  5. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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