PA.VII.B.K3FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge
Factors and situations that can lead to a power-off stall and actions that can be taken...
Factors and situations that can lead to a power-off stall and actions that can be taken to prevent it.
Bottom line
Most stall/spin accidents result when a pilot is momentarily distracted from the primary task of flying the aircraft. For spin avoidance when practicing engine failures, the flight instructor should pay strict attention to the maintenance of proper airspeed and bank angle.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 10 percent lead (100 feet if the descent rate is 1,000 feet per minute) to slow the descent before landing | Glide lead |
FAA references
- AC 61-67, para. 4a — AC No: 61-67C
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 3 (pp. 3-23–3-24) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 6 (p. 6-6) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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