Instrument Rating · Area VII: Emergency Operations
Task B. One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) during Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns (AMEL, AMES)
FAA-S-ACS-8C · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- IR.VII.B.K1Procedures used if engine failure occurs during straight-and-level flight and turns while on instruments.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- IR.VII.B.R1Identification of the inoperative engine.
- IR.VII.B.R2Inability to climb or maintain altitude with an inoperative engine.
- IR.VII.B.R3Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- IR.VII.B.R4Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- IR.VII.B.R5Fuel management during single-engine operation.
- IR.VII.B.R6Configuring the aircraft.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).