Commercial Pilot · Area V: Performance Maneuvers and Ground Reference Maneuvers
Task D. Lazy Eights (ASEL, ASES)
FAA-S-ACS-7B · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- CA.V.D.K1How to conduct proper lazy eights.
- CA.V.D.K2Aerodynamics associated with lazy eights, including how to maintain coordinated flight.
- CA.V.D.K3Performance and airspeed limitations.
- CA.V.D.K4Phases of the lazy eight maneuver from entry to recovery.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- CA.V.D.R1Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation.
- CA.V.D.R2Collision hazards.
- CA.V.D.R3Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- CA.V.D.R4Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- CA.V.D.R5Uncoordinated flight.
- CA.V.D.R6Energy management.
- CA.V.D.R7Accelerated stalls.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).