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CA.IX.A.K1FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

Situations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or e...

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Situations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or engine fire).

Bottom line

To be prepared for emergency situations, memorize the immediate action items and, after completion, refer to the appropriate checklist.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-20) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. RMH ch. 8 (p. 8-3) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. PHAK ch. 7 (p. 7-24) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-29) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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