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Flight Instructor Airplane · Area V: Preflight Procedures

Task C. Engine Starting

FAA-S-ACS-25 · Effective 2024-05-31

Official FAA standard (PDF) ↗

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

3 elements
  • AI.V.C.K1
    Starting under various conditions.
  • AI.V.C.K2
    Starting the engine(s) by use of external power.
  • AI.V.C.K3
    Engine limitations as they relate to starting.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

3 elements
  • AI.V.C.R1
    Propeller safety.
  • AI.V.C.R2
    Use of external power unit.
  • AI.V.C.R3
    Limitations during starting.
Skill elements and task objectives

This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).