PA.IX.GFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023
Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated)(AMEL, AMES)
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with approach and landing with an engine inoperative, including engine failure on final approach. Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
Minimum control speed (VMC)—the minimum flight speed at which a light, twin-engine aircraft can be satisfactorily controlled when an engine suddenly becomes inoperative and the remaining engine is at takeoff power.
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 8 (p. 8-10) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-37) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-19) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-20) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
Knowledge
- PA.IX.G.K1: Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC).
- PA.IX.G.K2: VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line).
- PA.IX.G.K3: How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
- PA.IX.G.K4: Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer’s recommended control input and its
- PA.IX.G.K5: Applicant responsibilities during simulated feathering.
Risk management
- PA.IX.G.R1: Potential engine failure inflight or during an approach.
- PA.IX.G.R2: Collision hazards.
- PA.IX.G.R3: Configuring the airplane.
- PA.IX.G.R4: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.IX.G.R5: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- PA.IX.G.R6: Possible single-engine go-around.
Skills
- PA.IX.G.S1: Promptly recognize an engine failure and maintain positive aircraft control.
- PA.IX.G.S2: Set the engine controls, reduce drag, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and simulate feathering of the propeller on the inoperativ
- PA.IX.G.S3: 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.G.S4: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended emergency procedures and complete the appropriate checklist.
- PA.IX.G.S5: Monitor the operating engine and aircraft systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- PA.IX.G.S6: Maintain the manufacturer’s recommended approach airspeed +10/-5 knots, in the landing configuration with a stabilized approach, until landi
- PA.IX.G.S7: Make smooth, timely, and correct control application before, during, and after touchdown.
- PA.IX.G.S8: Touch down on the first one-third of available runway/landing surface, with no drift, and the airplane’s longitudinal axis aligned with and
- PA.IX.G.S9: Maintain directional control and appropriate crosswind correction throughout the approach and landing.
- PA.IX.G.S10: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
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