Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Instrument Rating • ACS Area II, Task A
The Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules Operations covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with anti-icing or deicing systems, and other systems related to IFR flight.
Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Introduction
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Schedule
Topic:Time:Attention/Motivator:0:05Part 1, Lesson Introduction:0:05Part 2, Atmospheric Conditions:0:20Part 3, Weather Products:1:15Part 4, Weather Information Guided Scenario(s):0:20Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:0:05Remotivation/Closure:0:05Total Ground Time:0:00
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Attention Getter:
- Research and present 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:
- Regardless of your experience level, weather is likely to be a key factor in your decision-making process.
- A pilot's ability to find and interpret weather is essential to make well-informed decisions.
- Failure to recognize deteriorating weather conditions leads to a exceptionally high mishap and associated lethality rate.
- Weather service to aviation is a joint effort between federal agencies, the military weather services, and other aviation-oriented groups and individuals.
- The National Weather Service operates a network of radar sites for detecting coverage, intensity, and movement of precipitation.
- FAA and DOD radar sites in the western sections of the country supplement the network.
- Local warning radar sites augment the network by operating on an as-needed basis to support warning and forecast programs.
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Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Internet connection (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.).
- Phone (for preflight briefing).
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Pilot Operating Handbook, Electronic Flight Bag.
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
- Icing in the Aviation Environment Supplement.
- Turbulence Supplement.
- Thunderstorms Supplement.
- Mountain Flying Supplement.
- Aviation Fog Supplement.
- Microbursts Supplement.
- Instructor Endorsement Log.
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- AOPA's Online Learning Course - Weather or Not Thunderstorm Challenge.
- Fitness for Flight Supplement.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91.
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations 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, Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Operations:
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- Part 3, Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Operations Guided Scenario(s):
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- Part 4, Lesson Conclusion:
- Tie lesson back to previous lessons to reinforce past experiences (law of readiness).
- 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 Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Interactive Guided Scenario
Interactive Guided Scenario
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Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Complete a personal weather minimums worksheet.
- Complete or review AOPA's Online Learning Course - Weather or Not Thunderstorm Challenge.
- 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 Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Airman Certification Standards
Instrument Rating - Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Operations Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with anti-icing or deicing systems, and other systems related to IFR flight.
- References: 14 CFR part 91; AC 91-74; 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.
▤ Knowledge 2 ACS Elements
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IR.II.A.K1: The general operational characteristics and limitations of applicable anti-icing and deicing systems, including airframe, propeller, intake, fuel, and pitot-static systems. -
IR.II.A.K2: Flight Control Systems.
! Risk Management 3 ACS Elements
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IR.II.A.R1: Operations in icing conditions. -
IR.II.A.R2: Limitations of anti-icing and deicing systems. -
IR.II.A.R3: Use of automated systems in instrument conditions.
✓ Skills 2 ACS Elements
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IR.II.A.R1: Demonstrate familiarity with anti- or de-icing procedures or information published by the manufacturer specific to the aircraft used on the practical test. -
IR.II.A.R2: Demonstrate familiarity with the automatic flight control system (AFCS) procedures or information published by the manufacturer specific to the aircraft used on the practical test, if applicable.
Instrument Rating Aircraft Systems Related To Instrument Flight Rules Operations Lesson Plan
Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
- Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules Operations develops the procedural discipline, instrument interpretation, and aircraft control required when outside visual references are limited or unavailable.
- Cross-checking instruments, anticipating clearances, monitoring navigation performance, and recognizing deviations early preserve situational awareness and safe margins.
- Accurate communication, checklist use, workload management, and timely missed-approach or alternate decisions connect technical proficiency with sound instrument-flight judgment.
- Continued practice with Aircraft Systems Related to Instrument Flight Rules Operations prepares instrument pilots for more complex procedures, system failures, and real-world IFR decision-making.
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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.