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IR.IV.B.K4FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Knowledge

Appropriate use of automation, if applicable.

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Appropriate use of automation, if applicable.

Bottom line

Upsets can occur if there is a malfunction or misuse of the autoflight system, and advanced automation may tend to mask the cause of the anomaly.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 5, Mechanical Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-26) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. RMH ch. 7 (p. 7-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-25) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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