PA.IX.BFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023
Emergency Approach and Landing (Simulated) (ASEL, ASES)
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with emergency approach and landing procedures. Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight.
Bottom line
In an emergency situation, the first priority is to fly the aircraft and maintain a safe airspeed. To be prepared for emergency situations, memorize the immediate action items and, after completion, refer to the appropriate checklist.
FAA references
- AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-25) — FAA-H-8083-9B
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-23) — FAA-H-8083-3C
Knowledge
- PA.IX.B.K1: Immediate action items and emergency procedures.
- PA.IX.B.K2: Airspeed, including:
- PA.IX.B.K2a: a. Importance of best glide speed and its relationship to distance
- PA.IX.B.K2b: b. Difference between best glide speed and minimum sink speed
- PA.IX.B.K2c: c. Effects of wind on glide distance
- PA.IX.B.K3: Effects of atmospheric conditions on emergency approach and landing.
- PA.IX.B.K4: A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- PA.IX.B.K5: Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) and other emergency locating devices.
- PA.IX.B.K6: Air traffic control (ATC) services to aircraft in distress.
Risk management
- PA.IX.B.R1: Altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance, and available landing distance considerations.
- PA.IX.B.R2: Following or changing the planned flightpath to the selected landing area.
- PA.IX.B.R3: Collision hazards.
- PA.IX.B.R4: Configuring the airplane.
- PA.IX.B.R5: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.IX.B.R6: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
- PA.IX.B.S1: Establish and maintain the recommended best glide airspeed, ±10 knots.
- PA.IX.B.S2: Configure the airplane in accordance with the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)\Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) and existing conditions.
- PA.IX.B.S3: Select a suitable landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, and available glide distance.
- PA.IX.B.S4: Plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, and obstructions.
- PA.IX.B.S5: Prepare for landing as specified by the evaluator.
- PA.IX.B.S6: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
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