CA.VII.B.K3FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge
Factors and situations that can lead to a power-off stall and actions that can be taken...
Factors and situations that can lead to a power-off stall and actions that can be taken to prevent it.
Bottom line
Most stall/spin accidents result when a pilot is momentarily distracted from the primary task of flying the aircraft.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 10 percent lead (100 feet if the descent rate is 1,000 feet per minute) to slow the descent before landing | Glide lead |
FAA references
- AC 61-67, para. 4a — AC No: 61-67C
- AFH ch. 3 (pp. 3-23–3-24) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 6 (p. 6-6) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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