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PA.VIII.C.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

A cross-check is a division of attention. Cross-check and proper instrument interpretation are essential components of attitude instrument flying. Fixating means staring at a single instrument, which interrupts the cross-check process.

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. PHAK ch. 17 (p. 17-7) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. IFH ch. 7 (p. 7-24) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  5. IFH ch. 8 (p. 8-15) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  6. AIH ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  7. AFH ch. 6 (pp. 6-5–6-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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