Commercial Pilot · Area IX: Emergency Operations

Task G. Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated)(AMEL, AMES)

FAA-S-ACS-7B · Effective 2024-05-31

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

5 elements
  • CA.IX.G.K1
    Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC).
  • CA.IX.G.K2
    VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line).
  • CA.IX.G.K3
    How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
  • CA.IX.G.K4
    Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer’s recommended control input and its relation to zero sideslip.
  • CA.IX.G.K5
    Applicant responsibilities during simulated feathering.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

6 elements
  • CA.IX.G.R1
    Potential engine failure inflight or during an approach.
  • CA.IX.G.R2
    Collision hazards.
  • CA.IX.G.R3
    Configuring the airplane.
  • CA.IX.G.R4
    Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
  • CA.IX.G.R5
    Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
  • CA.IX.G.R6
    Possible single-engine go-around.
Skill elements and task objectives

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