PA.IX.F.R2FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management

Collision hazards.

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

Collision hazards.

Bottom line

The airspace used for flight training and practice may be crowded, creating a potential collision hazard. Under certain conditions, it is difficult to see other aircraft because of haze, sunlight, aircraft position, blind spots, and other factors. During dual instruction, the instructor should emphasize that both instructor and learner are responsible for maintaining a lookout to see and avoid other air traffic.

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 10 (p. 10-7) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. AIH ch. 10 (p. 10-8) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
Members lesson

Build understanding you can use

Unlock the full lesson and continue studying this element.

  • Full teaching sections: Hazard; How it shows up; Decision rules; Mitigations; The hazard
  • Check your understanding with answers you can reveal
View membership options