PA.IX.FFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023
Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) (AMEL, AMES)
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with engine failure after liftoff. Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
When the landing gear has been selected up and OEI climb performance is adequate, the rudder and aileron should be used, aggressively if necessary, to counteract the yaw and rolling tendencies.
FAA references
- FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-20) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- FAAP874066 Landing Gear Selected Up, OEI Climb Performance Adequate — FAA-P-8740-66
Knowledge
- PA.IX.F.K1: Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC).
- PA.IX.F.K2: VMC (red line), VYSE (blue line), and safe single-engine speed (VSSE).
- PA.IX.F.K3: Accelerate/stop and accelerate/go distances.
- PA.IX.F.K4: How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
- PA.IX.F.K5: Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer’s recommended control input and its
- PA.IX.F.K6: Simulated propeller feathering and the evaluator’s zero-thrust procedures and responsibilities.
Risk management
- PA.IX.F.R1: Potential engine failure after lift-off.
- PA.IX.F.R2: Collision hazards.
- PA.IX.F.R3: Configuring the airplane.
- PA.IX.F.R4: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.IX.F.R5: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
- PA.IX.F.S1: Promptly recognize an engine failure, maintain control, and use appropriate emergency procedures.
- PA.IX.F.S2: Establish VYSE; if obstructions are present, establish best single-engine angle of climb speed (VXSE) or VMC +5 knots, whichever is greater,
- PA.IX.F.S3: Reduce drag by retracting landing gear and flaps in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidance.
- PA.IX.F.S4: Simulate feathering the propeller on the inoperative engine (evaluator should then establish zero thrust on the inoperative engine).
- PA.IX.F.S5: Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as r
- PA.IX.F.S6: Monitor the operating engine and aircraft systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- PA.IX.F.S7: Recognize the airplane’s performance capabilities. If a climb is not possible at VYSE, maintain VYSE and return to the departure airport for
- PA.IX.F.S8: Simulate securing the inoperative engine.
- PA.IX.F.S9: Maintain heading ±10° and airspeed ±5 knots.
- PA.IX.F.S10: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
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