Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan
The Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with engine failure after liftoff.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Introduction
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Schedule:
Topic:Time:Attention/Motivator:0:05Part 1, Lesson Introduction:0:05Part 2, Engine Failure After Liftoff:0:10Part 3, Engine Failure After Liftoff Risk Management:0:20Part 4, Engine Failure After Liftoff Guided Scenario(s):0:20Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:0:05Remotivation/Closure:0:05Total Ground Time:0:00
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Attention Getter:
- Research a mishap case study:
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- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap.
- Relate similar personal experiences of the same type of incident/accident/mishap.
- Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario.
- Research a mishap case study:
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Motivator:
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Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) or an internet-enabled device to access FARs.
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Instructor endorsement log.
- Pilot Logbook.
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Reference Materials:
- Aircraft Categories and Classes Supplement.
- Pilot Certificates and Ratings Supplement.
- Pilot Logbooks Supplement.
- Medical Certificate Supplement.
- Currency Supplement.
- Fitness for Flight Supplement.
- Aeronautical Decision-Making Supplement.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 61.
- Advisory Circular 68-1.
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
- Airman Certification Standards:
- Hard copies of the ACS and Oral Exam Guides are available on Amazon.
- Digital copies of the ACS are available on the FAA's website.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
- If not previously discussed, provide expectations on time to train, ground instruction vs. flight instruction, and instructor/student availability.
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Part 2, Flight Planning Fundamentals:
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- Part 3, Engine Failure After Liftoff Risk Management:
- Part 4, Engine Failure After Liftoff Guided Scenario(s):
- Lead a guided scenario.
- Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:
- Present the remotivation, conclude, and provide guidance for follow-on lessons.
- Review student actions required ahead of the next lesson.
- Update instructor endorsement records and the student's jacket, as required.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
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- Related scenarios:
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Register for the WINGS program, if not done so already.
- Complete initial BasicMed requirements.
- Complete a student pilot certificate application through the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) website or by paper using FAA form 8710-1.
- Complete an electronic application for an FAA Medical Clearance, Medical Certificate, through the FAA's MedXPress system.
- Complete or review AOPA's Online Learning Course - Transitioning to Other Airplanes.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with engine failure after liftoff
- Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task
- References: FAA-H-8083-2 (Risk Management Handbook), FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook), FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); FAA-P-8740-66; POH/AFM.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) (AMEL, AMES) Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
CA.IX.F.K1:
Factors affecting minimum controllable speed VMC. -
CA.IX.F.K2:
VMC (red line), VYSE (blue line), and safe single-engine speed (VSSE). -
CA.IX.F.K3:
Accelerate/stop and accelerate/go distances. -
CA.IX.F.K4:
How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine. -
CA.IX.F.K5:
Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer's recommended control input and its relation to zero sideslip. -
CA.IX.F.K6:
Simulated propeller feathering and the evaluator's zero-thrust procedures and responsibilities.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) (AMEL, AMES) Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
CA.IX.F.R1:
Potential engine failure after lift-off. -
CA.IX.F.R2:
Collision hazards. -
CA.IX.F.R3:
Configuring the airplane. -
CA.IX.F.R4:
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). -
CA.IX.F.R5:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) (AMEL, AMES) Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
CA.IX.F.S1:
Promptly recognize an engine failure, maintain control, and use appropriate emergency procedures. -
CA.IX.F.S2:
Establish VYSE; if obstructions are present, establish best single-engine angle of climb speed (VXSE) or VMC +5 knots, whichever is greater, until obstructions are cleared. Then transition to VYSE. -
CA.IX.F.S3:
Reduce drag by retracting landing gear and flaps in accordance with the manufacturer's guidance. -
CA.IX.F.S4:
Simulate feathering the propeller on the inoperative engine (evaluator should then establish zero thrust on the inoperative engine). -
CA.IX.F.S5:
Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. -
CA.IX.F.S6:
Monitor the operating engine and aircraft systems and make adjustments as necessary. -
CA.IX.F.S7:
Recognize the airplane's performance capabilities. If a climb is not possible at VYSE, maintain VYSE and return to the departure airport for landing, or initiate an approach to the most suitable landing area available. -
CA.IX.F.S8:
Simulate securing the inoperative engine. -
CA.IX.F.S9:
Maintain heading ±10° and airspeed ±5 knots. -
CA.IX.F.S10:
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Engine Failure After Liftoff (Simulated) Lesson Plan Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
- With a foundation on the requirements to meet certification standards, students can envision a path to certification completion.
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Closure:
- Inform students that this lesson will serve as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Advise the student to register for the WINGS program if they have not already done so.
- Advise the student to complete BasicMed if they have not already done so.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.
- The FAA provides test-taking guidance and test guides on its website.
- To learn more about earning the practical test, visit the checkride page.