| B. Emergency approach and Landing (simulated) | ||
| References | FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3; POH/AFM | |
| Objective | To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with associated with emergency approach and landing procedures. | |
| The applicant demonstrates understanding of | ||
| K1 | Immediate action items and emergency procedures | |
| K2 | Airspeed, to include: | |
| K2a | a: importance of best glide speed and its relationship to distance | |
| K2b | b: difference between best glide speed and minimum sink speed | |
| K2c | c: effects of wind on glide distance | |
| K3 | Effects of atmospheric conditions on emergency approach and landing | |
| K4 | A stabilized approach to include energy management concepts | |
| K5 | ELTS and other emergency locating devices | |
| K6 | ATC services to aircraft in distress | |
| The Applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks encompassing: | ||
| R1 | Failure to consider altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance and available landing distance | |
| R2 | Failure to plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area | |
| R3 | Collision hazards to includ aircraft, terrain, obstacles and wires. | |
| R4 | Improper airplane configuration | |
| R5 | Low altitude maneuvering including stall, spin or CFIT | |
| R6 | Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management | |
| The applicant demonstrates the ability to | ||
| S1 | Establish and maintain the recommended best glide airspeed, +/-10 knots | |
| S2 | Configure the airplane in accordance with the POH/AFM and existing conditions | |
| S3 | Select a suitable landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions and available glide distance | |
| S4 | Plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, and obstructions | |
| S5 | Prepare for landing as specified by the evaluator | |
| S6 | Complete the appropriate checklist | |