Private Pilot · Area I: Preflight Preparation
Task G. Operation of Systems
FAA-S-ACS-6C · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- PA.I.G.K1Airplane systems, including:
- PA.I.G.K1aPrimary flight controls
- PA.I.G.K1bSecondary flight controls
- PA.I.G.K1cPowerplant and propeller
- PA.I.G.K1dLanding gear
- PA.I.G.K1eFuel, oil, and hydraulic
- PA.I.G.K1fElectrical
- PA.I.G.K1gAvionics
- PA.I.G.K1hPitot-static, vacuum/pressure, and associated flight instruments
- PA.I.G.K1iEnvironmental
- PA.I.G.K1jDeicing and anti-icing
- PA.I.G.K1kWater rudders (ASES, AMES)
- PA.I.G.K1lOxygen system
- PA.I.G.K2Indications of and procedures for managing system abnormalities or failures.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- PA.I.G.R1Detection of system malfunctions or failures.
- PA.I.G.R2Management of a system failure.
- PA.I.G.R3Monitoring and management of automated systems.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).