Task A. Emergency Descent

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

6 elements

• AI.XII.A.K1
  Purpose of and procedures for emergency descent.
• AI.XII.A.K2
  Situations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or engine fire).
• AI.XII.A.K3
  Immediate action items and emergency procedures.
• AI.XII.A.K4
  Aircraft performance and limitations.
• AI.XII.A.K5
  Airspeed, including airspeed limitations.
• AI.XII.A.K6
  Common errors related to this Task.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

4 elements

• AI.XII.A.R1
  Altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance, and available landing distance considerations.
• AI.XII.A.R2
  Collision hazards.
• AI.XII.A.R3
  Configuring the airplane.
• AI.XII.A.R4
  Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.