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CA.X.A.S5FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Secure the inoperative engine and monitor the operating engine and make necessary adjus...

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Secure the inoperative engine and monitor the operating engine and make necessary adjustments.

Bottom line

Until feathered, the propeller of the failed engine is windmilling, producing a great deal of drag and yawing tendency. Feathering a propeller only alters blade angle and stops engine rotation; to completely secure the engine, the pilot turns off the fuel.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-30) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. FAAP874066 Landing Gear Selected Up, OEI Climb Performance Adequate — FAA-P-8740-66
  3. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-32) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-20) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  6. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-36) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  7. FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
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