PA.IX.CFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023
Systems and Equipment Malfunctions
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with system and equipment malfunctions appropriate to the airplane provided for the practical test.
Bottom line
Although these and other in-flight anomalies may not be preventable, knowledge of systems and AFM/POH recommended procedures helps the pilot minimize their impact and prevent an upset.
FAA references
- FAA-S-ACS-6C PA.IX.C.K2–K2c — FAA-S-ACS-6C
- FAA-S-ACS-6C PA.IX.C.S1 — FAA-S-ACS-6C
- AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-25) — FAA-H-8083-9B
- AFH ch. 5, Mechanical Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 7 (p. 7-31) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
Knowledge
- PA.IX.C.K1: Causes of partial or complete power loss related to the specific type of powerplant(s).
- PA.IX.C.K2: System and equipment malfunctions specific to the aircraft, including:
- PA.IX.C.K2a: a. Electrical malfunction
- PA.IX.C.K2b: b. Vacuum/pressure and associated flight instrument malfunctions
- PA.IX.C.K2c: c. Pitot-static system malfunction
- PA.IX.C.K2d: d. Electronic flight deck display malfunction
- PA.IX.C.K2e: e. Landing gear or flap malfunction
- PA.IX.C.K2f: f. Inoperative trim
- PA.IX.C.K3: Causes and remedies for smoke or fire onboard the aircraft.
- PA.IX.C.K4: Any other system specific to the aircraft (e.g., supplemental oxygen, deicing).
- PA.IX.C.K5: Inadvertent door or window opening.
Risk management
Skills
- PA.IX.C.S1: Determine appropriate action for simulated emergencies specified by the evaluator, from at least three of the elements or sub-elements liste
- PA.IX.C.S2: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
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