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AI.XI.E.R2FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management

Assessment of the unusual attitude.

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Assessment of the unusual attitude.

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In moderate unusual attitudes, the pilot can normally reorient by establishing a level flight indication on the attitude indicator. As soon as the unusual attitude is detected, the recommended recovery procedures stated in the POH/AFM should be initiated.

FAA references

  1. IFH ch. 7 (pp. 7-26–7-27) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  2. AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-17) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. IFH ch. 7 (pp. 7-28–7-29) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  4. AFH ch. 11 (p. 11-7) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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