Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated)(AMEL, AMES)
To determine the applicant understands approach and landing with an inoperative engine, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction. Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
Engine Inoperative Approach and Landing The OEI approach and landing should be flown as close as possible to a normal approach and landing in terms of key positions, altitudes, and airspeeds. The approach and landing may be conducted with no more than partial flaps, or full flaps may be selected when on short final with the landing absolutely assured.
FAA references
- FAAP874066 Landing Gear Selected Up, OEI Climb Performance Adequate — FAA-P-8740-66
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-19) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
Knowledge
- AI.XII.G.K1: Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC).
- AI.XII.G.K2: VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line).
- AI.XII.G.K3: How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
- AI.XII.G.K4: Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer’s recommended control input and its
- AI.XII.G.K5: Applicant responsibilities during simulated feathering.
- AI.XII.G.K6: Common errors related to this Task.
Risk management
- AI.XII.G.R1: Potential engine failure after in flight or during an approach.
- AI.XII.G.R2: Collision hazards.
- AI.XII.G.R3: Configuring the airplane.
- AI.XII.G.R4: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AI.XII.G.R5: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- AI.XII.G.R6: Possible single-engine go-around.
Skills
- AI.XII.G.S1: Promptly recognize an engine failure and maintain positive aircraft control.
- AI.XII.G.S2: Set the engine controls, reduce drag, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and simulate feathering of the propeller on the inoperativ
- AI.XII.G.S3: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended emergency procedures and complete the appropriate checklist.
- AI.XII.G.S4: Monitor the operating engine and aircraft systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- AI.XII.G.S5: Maintain the manufacturer's recommended approach airspeed ±5 knots in the landing configuration with a stabilized approach, until landing is
- AI.XII.G.S6: Make smooth, timely, and correct control application before, during, and after touchdown.
- AI.XII.G.S7: Touch down on the first one-third of available runway/landing surface, with no drift, and the airplane’s longitudinal axis aligned with and
- AI.XII.G.S8: Maintain directional control and appropriate crosswind correction throughout the approach and landing.
- AI.XII.G.S9: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- AI.XII.G.S10: Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task. Note: The evaluator must assess all Tasks.
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