Private Pilot · Area X: Multiengine Operations
Task A. Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES)
FAA-S-ACS-6C · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- PA.X.A.K1Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC).
- PA.X.A.K2VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line).
- PA.X.A.K3How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
- PA.X.A.K4Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer's recommended control input and its relation to zero sideslip.
- PA.X.A.K5Feathering, securing, unfeathering, and restarting.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- PA.X.A.R1Potential engine failure during flight.
- PA.X.A.R2Collision hazards.
- PA.X.A.R3Configuring the airplane.
- PA.X.A.R4Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.X.A.R5Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).