IR.VI.EFAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023
Landing from an Instrument Approach
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with performing procedures for a landing from an instrument approach. Note: For non-amphibious seaplanes, this task applies only when the applicant has immediate access to an instrument approach to a waterway.
Bottom line
A stabilized approach means maintaining a constant approach speed, descent rate, vertical flight path, and configuration during the final stages of an approach. Pilots normally establish a stabilized approach before short final, which makes the round out, touchdown, and landing roll easier and reduces the chance of a landing mishap.
FAA references
- IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-37) — FAA-H-8083-16B
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- IFH ch. 10 (p. 10-20) — FAA-H-8083-15B
Knowledge
- IR.VI.E.K1: Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a
- IR.VI.E.K2: Airport signs, markings, and lighting, including approach lighting systems.
- IR.VI.E.K3: Appropriate landing profiles and aircraft configurations.
Risk management
Skills
- IR.VI.E.S1: Transition at the DA/DH, MDA, or visual descent point (VDP) to a visual flight condition, allowing for safe visual maneuvering and a normal
- IR.VI.E.S2: Adhere to all ATC or evaluator advisories, such as NOTAMs, windshear, wake turbulence, runway surface, and other operational considerations.
- IR.VI.E.S3: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- IR.VI.E.S4: Maintain positive airplane control throughout the landing maneuver.
- IR.VI.E.S5: Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.
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