Non-precision Approach

FAA references

Knowledge

• IR.VI.A.K1: Procedures and limitations associated with a non-precision approach, including the differences between Localizer Performance (LP) and Latera
• IR.VI.A.K2: Navigation system indications and annunciations expected during an area navigation (RNAV) approach.
• IR.VI.A.K3: Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems used for a non-precision approach.
• IR.VI.A.K4: A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.

Risk management

• IR.VI.A.R1: Deviating from the assigned approach procedure.
• IR.VI.A.R2: Selecting a navigation frequency.
• IR.VI.A.R3: Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
• IR.VI.A.R4: Aircraft configuration during an approach and missed approach.
• IR.VI.A.R5: An unstable approach, including excessive descent rates.
• IR.VI.A.R6: Deteriorating weather conditions on approach.
• IR.VI.A.R7: Operating below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) without proper visual references.

Skills

• IR.VI.A.S1: Accomplish the non-precision instrument approaches selected by the evaluator.
• IR.VI.A.S2: Establish two-way communications with air traffic control (ATC) appropriate for the phase of flight or approach segment, and use proper comm
• IR.VI.A.S3: Select, tune, identify, and confirm the operational status of navigation equipment to be used for the approach.
• IR.VI.A.S4: Comply with all clearances issued by ATC or the evaluator.
• IR.VI.A.S5: Recognize if any flight instrumentation is inaccurate or inoperative, and take appropriate action.
• IR.VI.A.S6: Advise ATC or the evaluator if unable to comply with a clearance.
• IR.VI.A.S7: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
• IR.VI.A.S8: Establish the appropriate aircraft configuration and airspeed considering meteorological and operating conditions.
• IR.VI.A.S9: Maintain altitude ±100 feet, selected heading ±10°, airspeed ±10 knots, no more than ¾ scale CDI deflection, and accurately track radials, c
• IR.VI.A.S10: Adjust the published MDA and visibility criteria for the aircraft approach category, as appropriate, for factors that include Notices of Air
• IR.VI.A.S11: Establish a stabilized descent to the appropriate altitude.
• IR.VI.A.S12: For the final approach segment, maintain no more than ¾ scale CDI deflection, airspeed ±10 knots, and altitude, if applicable, above MDA +10
• IR.VI.A.S13: Assess if the required visual references are available, and either initiate the missed approach procedure or continue for landing.
• IR.VI.A.S14: Use a multi-function display (MFD) and other graphical navigation displays, if installed, to monitor position, track wind drift, and to main
• IR.VI.A.S15: Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.