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PA.VIII.A.K1dFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

d. Proper instrument cross-check techniques

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Flight instruments as they relate to: d. Proper instrument cross-check techniques

Bottom line

Cross-check and proper instrument interpretation are essential components of “attitude instrument flying” that enables student pilots to accurately visualize the aircraft’s attitude at all times.

FAA references

  1. IFH App. B (p. B-1) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  2. PHAK Glossary (p. G-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. IFH ch. 8 (pp. 8-14–8-15) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  4. IFH ch. 7 (p. 7-24) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  5. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  6. PHAK ch. 17 (p. 17-25) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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