AI.XII.DFAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023
Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear
To determine the applicant understands emergency equipment and survival gear, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction. Note: See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
Survival equipment is required by some states and countries, and the requirements usually vary between winter and summer months. Ballistic parachute systems, if installed, may be deployed in an emergency, allowing an airplane to descend slowly enough that occupants usually survive the resulting impact with minor or no injuries.
FAA references
- SEA ch. 7 (p. 7-3) — FAA-H-8083-23
- AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-9) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
Knowledge
- AI.XII.D.K1: Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) operations, limitations, and testing requirements.
- AI.XII.D.K2: Fire extinguisher operations and limitations.
- AI.XII.D.K3: Emergency equipment and survival gear needed for:
- AI.XII.D.K3a: a. Climate extremes (hot/cold)
- AI.XII.D.K3b: b. Mountainous terrain
- AI.XII.D.K3c: c. Overwater operations
- AI.XII.D.K4: When to deploy a ballistic parachute and associated passenger briefings, if equipped.
- AI.XII.D.K5: When to activate an emergency auto-land system and brief passengers, if equipped.
- AI.XII.D.K6: Common errors related to this Task.
Risk management
- AI.XII.D.R1: Survival gear (water, clothing, shelter) for 48 to 72 hours.
- AI.XII.D.R2: Use of a ballistic parachute system.
- AI.XII.D.R3: Use of an emergency auto-land system, if installed.
Skills
- AI.XII.D.S1: Identify appropriate equipment and personal gear.
- AI.XII.D.S2: Brief passengers on proper use of on-board emergency equipment and survival gear.
- AI.XII.D.S3: Simulate ballistic parachute deployment procedures, if equipped.
- AI.XII.D.S4: Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task.
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