Flight Instructor Airplane · Area XIII: Multiengine Operations

Task B. VMC Demonstration (AMEL, AMES)

FAA-S-ACS-25 · Effective 2024-05-31

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

6 elements
  • AI.XIII.B.K1
    Purpose of the maneuver.
  • AI.XIII.B.K2
    Proper procedures for maneuver entry and safe recovery.
  • AI.XIII.B.K3
    Factors affecting VMC and how VMC differs from stall speed (VS).
  • AI.XIII.B.K4
    VMC (red line), VYSE (blue line), and safe single-engine speed (VSSE).
  • AI.XIII.B.K5
    Cause of loss of directional control at airspeeds below VMC.
  • AI.XIII.B.K6
    Common errors related to this Task.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

3 elements
  • AI.XIII.B.R1
    Configuring the airplane.
  • AI.XIII.B.R2
    Maneuvering with one engine inoperative.
  • AI.XIII.B.R3
    Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skill elements and task objectives

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