CA.X.D.S3FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as...

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required.

Bottom line

Aircraft Flight Manual/Pilot’s Operating Handbook (AFM/POH) performance figures for OEI flight were determined at zero sideslip, although that fact may not be expressly stated in the manual or handbook.

FAA references

  1. FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
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