Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Lesson Plan
The Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Lesson Plan covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with attitude instrument flying during constant airspeed descents solely by reference to instruments.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Lesson Plan Introduction
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Schedule:
Topic:Time:Attention/Motivator:0:05Part 1, Lesson Introduction:0:05Part 2, Constant Airspeed Descents:0:15Part 3, Constant Airspeed Descents Risk Management:0:20Part 4, Constant Airspeed Descents 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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Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents 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:
- Pilot Operating Handbook.
- Electronic Flight Bag.
- Accessible (parked) aircraft for access to:
- Airworthiness certificate.
- Registration certificates.
- Radio station license (if available).
- Pilot Operating Handbook with Weight & Balance data.
- A&P with aircraft logbook.
- Internet connection (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.).
- Supplemental type certificate example.
- Special flight permit example.
- Airworthiness directive example.
- Service bulletin example.
- Minimum equipment list (if available).
- Kinds of equipment list (if available).
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
- Airworthiness Supplement.
- Registration Certificate Supplement.
- Airplane Flight Manual Supplement.
- Preventive Maintenance Supplement.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 39.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 43.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91.
- 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.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents 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, Constant Airspeed Descents:
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- Part 3, Constant Airspeed Descents Risk Management:
- Part 4, Constant Airspeed Descents 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.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
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- Related scenarios:
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Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Lesson Plan Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with attitude instrument flying during constant airspeed descents solely by reference to instruments
- 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)
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
PA.VIII.C.K1:
Flight instruments as related to:-
PA.VIII.C.K1a:
Instrument limitations and potential errors. -
PA.VIII.C.K1b:
Indication of the aircraft attitude. -
PA.VIII.C.K1c:
Function and operation. -
PA.VIII.C.K1d:
Proper instrument cross-check techniques.
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Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
PA.VIII.C.R1:
Instrument flying hazards, including failure to maintain visual flight rules (VFR), spatial disorientation, loss of control, fatigue, stress, and emergency off airport landings. -
PA.VIII.C.R2:
When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. -
PA.VIII.C.R3:
Collision hazards. -
PA.VIII.C.R4:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. -
PA.VIII.C.R5:
Fixation and omission. -
PA.VIII.C.R6:
Instrument Interpretation. -
PA.VIII.C.R7:
Control application solely by reference to instruments. -
PA.VIII.C.R8:
Trimming the aircraft.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
PA.VIII.C.S1:
Transition to the descent pitch attitude and power setting on an assigned heading using proper instrument cross-check and interpretation, and coordinated flight control application. -
PA.VIII.C.S2:
Descend at a constant airspeed to specific altitudes in straight flight and turns. -
PA.VIII.C.S3:
Level off at the assigned altitude and maintain altitude ±200 feet, heading ±20°, and airspeed ±10 knots.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Constant Airspeed Descents 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.