Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan
The Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns Lesson Plan covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with flight solely by reference to instruments with one engine inoperative.
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan Introduction
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Schedule:
Topic:Time:Attention/Motivator:0:05Part 1, Lesson Introduction:0:05Part 2, One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns:0:15Part 3, One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns Guided Scenario:0:20Part 4, Lesson Conclusion:0:05Remotivation/Closure:0:05Total Ground Time:0:00
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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
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Motivator:
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Pilot Operating Handbook
- Weight & Balance Form Template
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
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Reference Materials:
- 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.
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Part 2, One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns:
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- Part 3, One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns Guided Scenario:
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- Part 4, Lesson Conclusion:
- Discuss the possible differences between calculated performance and actual performance
- 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.
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
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Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative Simulated During Straight & Level Flight & Turns Lesson Plan Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Find all limitations in POH.
- Complete or review AOPA's Online Learning Course - Essential Aerodynamics.
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with flight solely by reference to instruments with one engine inoperative.
- Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight.
- References: FAA-H-8083-2 (Risk Management Handbook), FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook), FAA-H-8083-15, FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); POH/AFM.
Instrument Rating - One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) during Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns (AMEL, AMES) Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
IR.VII.B.K1:
Procedures used if engine failure occurs during straight-and-level flight and turns while on instruments.
Instrument Rating - One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) during Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns (AMEL, AMES) Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
IR.VII.B.R1:
Identification of the inoperative engine. -
IR.VII.B.R2:
Inability to climb or maintain altitude with an inoperative engine. -
IR.VII.B.R3:
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). -
IR.VII.B.R4:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. -
IR.VII.B.R5:
Fuel management during single-engine operation. -
IR.VII.B.R6:
Configuring the aircraft.
Instrument Rating - One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) during Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns (AMEL, AMES) Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
IR.VII.B.S1:
Promptly recognize an engine failure and maintain positive aircraft control. -
IR.VII.B.S2:
Set the engine controls, reduce drag, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and simulate feathering of the propeller on the inoperative engine (evaluator should then establish zero thrust on the inoperative engine). -
IR.VII.B.S3:
Establish the best engine-inoperative airspeed and trim the airplane. -
IR.VII.B.S4:
Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. -
IR.VII.B.S5:
Verify the prescribed checklist procedures used for securing the inoperative engine. -
IR.VII.B.S6:
Attempt to determine and resolve the reason for the engine failure. -
IR.VII.B.S7:
Monitor engine functions and make necessary adjustments. -
IR.VII.B.S8:
Maintain the specified altitude ±100 feet or minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and the specified heading ±10°. -
IR.VII.B.S9:
Assess the aircraft's performance capability and decide an appropriate action to ensure a safe landing. -
IR.VII.B.S10:
Maintain control and fly within the aircraft's operating limitations. -
IR.VII.B.S11:
Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.
Instrument Rating One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns 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.