Instrument Rating · Area VI: Instrument Approach Procedures
Task A. Non-precision Approach
FAA-S-ACS-8C · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- IR.VI.A.K1Procedures and limitations associated with a non-precision approach, including the differences between Localizer Performance (LP) and Lateral Navigation (LNAV) approach guidance.
- IR.VI.A.K2Navigation system indications and annunciations expected during an area navigation (RNAV) approach.
- IR.VI.A.K3Ground-based and satellite-based navigation systems used for a non-precision approach.
- IR.VI.A.K4A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- IR.VI.A.R1Deviating from the assigned approach procedure.
- IR.VI.A.R2Selecting a navigation frequency.
- IR.VI.A.R3Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
- IR.VI.A.R4Aircraft configuration during an approach and missed approach.
- IR.VI.A.R5An unstable approach, including excessive descent rates.
- IR.VI.A.R6Deteriorating weather conditions on approach.
- IR.VI.A.R7Operating below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) without proper visual references.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).