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AI.XIII.C.K3FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge

Proper entry procedure to include pitch attitude, bank attitude, and airspeed.

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Proper entry procedure to include pitch attitude, bank attitude, and airspeed.

Bottom line

For spin avoidance when practicing engine failures, the flight instructor should pay strict attention to the maintenance of proper airspeed and bank angle as the learner executes the appropriate procedure.

Key numbers

Key numbers for Proper entry procedure to include pitch attitude, bank attitude, and airspeed.
NumberWhat it means
recovery no lower than 3,000 feet AGL for multiengine airplanes, or higher if recommended by the AFM/POHStall practice alt
30° pitch attitude limit during power-on stalls for some manufacturersPitch limit

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-15) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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