Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan
The Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with maneuvering with one engine inoperative.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Introduction
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Attention Getter:
- Research a mishap case study:
- 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:
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
- FAA-P-8740-66.
- 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) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Step 1, Lesson Introduction:
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention-getter and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Step 2, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES):
- Step 3, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Guided Scenario:
- Lead a human factors guided scenario.
- Step 4, Conclude Lesson:
- Discuss aeromedical training locations/opportunities.
- 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) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Complete or review AOPA's Online Learning Course - Do the Right Thing.
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with maneuvering with one engine inoperative.
- 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) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
CA.X.A.K1:
Factors affecting minimum controllable speed (VMC). -
CA.X.A.K2:
VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line). -
CA.X.A.K3:
How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine. -
CA.X.A.K4:
Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer's recommended control input and its relation to zero sideslip. -
CA.X.A.K5:
Feathering, securing, unfeathering, and restarting.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
CA.X.A.R1:
Potential engine failure during flight. -
CA.X.A.R2:
Collision hazards. -
CA.X.A.R3:
Configuring the airplane. -
CA.X.A.R4:
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). -
CA.X.A.R5:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
CA.X.A.S1:
Recognize an engine failure, maintain control, use manufacturer’s memory item procedures, and use appropriate emergency procedures. -
CA.X.A.S2:
Set the engine controls, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and feather the appropriate propeller. -
CA.X.A.S3:
Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. -
CA.X.A.S4:
Attempt to determine and resolve the reason for the engine failure. -
CA.X.A.S5:
Secure the inoperative engine and monitor the operating engine and make necessary adjustments. -
CA.X.A.S6:
Restart the inoperative engine using manufacturer’s restart procedures. -
CA.X.A.S7:
Maintain altitude ±100 feet or a minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and selected headings ±10°. -
CA.X.A.S8:
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
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Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.