Commercial Pilot · Area IX: Emergency Operations
Task C. Systems and Equipment Malfunctions
FAA-S-ACS-7B · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- CA.IX.C.K1Causes of partial or complete power loss related to the specific type of powerplant(s).
- CA.IX.C.K2System and equipment malfunctions specific to the aircraft, including:
- CA.IX.C.K2aElectrical malfunction
- CA.IX.C.K2bVacuum/pressure and associated flight instrument malfunctions
- CA.IX.C.K2cPitot-static system malfunction
- CA.IX.C.K2dElectronic flight deck display malfunction
- CA.IX.C.K2eLanding gear or flap malfunction
- CA.IX.C.K2fInoperative trim
- CA.IX.C.K3Causes and remedies for smoke or fire onboard the aircraft.
- CA.IX.C.K4Any other system specific to the aircraft (e.g., supplemental oxygen, deicing).
- CA.IX.C.K5Inadvertent door or window opening.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- CA.IX.C.R1Checklist usage for a system or equipment malfunction.
- CA.IX.C.R2Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- CA.IX.C.R3Undesired aircraft state.
- CA.IX.C.R4Startle response.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).