Task E. Landing from an Instrument Approach

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

3 elements

• IR.VI.E.K1
  Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a straight-in or circling approach.
• IR.VI.E.K2
  Airport signs, markings, and lighting, including approach lighting systems.
• IR.VI.E.K3
  Appropriate landing profiles and aircraft configurations.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

4 elements

• IR.VI.E.R1
  Attempting to land from an unstable approach.
• IR.VI.E.R2
  Flying below the glidepath.
• IR.VI.E.R3
  Transitioning from instrument to visual references for landing.
• IR.VI.E.R4
  Aircraft configuration for landing.