| A. Preflight assessment |
| References |
FAA-H-8083-2,FAA-H-8083-3, POH/AFM; AC 00-6 |
| Objective |
To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with preparing for safe flight |
| The pilot demonstrates understanding of: |
| K1 |
Pilot self assessment |
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| K2 |
Determining that the airplane to be used is appropriate and airworthy |
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| K3 |
Airplane preflight inspection including: |
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| K3a |
a. Which items must be inspected |
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| K3b |
b. The reasons for checking each item |
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| K3c |
c. How to detect possible defects |
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| K3d |
d. The associated regulations |
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| K4 |
Environmental factors including:
- weather
- terrain
- route selection
- obstructions
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| The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing: |
| R1 |
Pilot |
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| R2 |
Aircraft |
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| R3 |
Environment (weather, airports, airspace, terrain, obstacles) |
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| R4 |
External Pressures |
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| R5 |
Aviation Safety Concerns |
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| The applicant demonstrates the ability to: |
| S1 |
Inspect the airplane with reference to an appropriate checklist |
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| S2 |
Verify the airplane is in condition for safe flight and conforms to its type design |
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