Attention:
- Research a mishap case study:
- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap
- Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap
Motivator:
- More austere and even urban airport environments require obstacle negotiation
Overview:
Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Confined Area Approach and Landing:
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30
Required Materials:
- Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard
Instructor Actions:
Student Actions:
- Complete assigned reading (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
Confined Area Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Airman Certification Standards:
- Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with confined area approach and landing
- References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM
Confined Area Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates understanding of:-
PA.IV.H.K1:
A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts -
PA.IV.H.K2:
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance -
PA.IV.H.K3:
Wind correction techniques on approach and landing
Confined Area Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:-
PA.IV.H.R1:
Selection of approach path and touchdown area based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind -
PA.IV.H.R2:
Effects of:-
PA.IV.H.R2a:
Crosswind -
PA.IV.H.R2b:
Windshear -
PA.IV.H.R2c:
Tailwind -
PA.IV.H.R2d:
Wake turbulence -
PA.IV.H.R2e:
Runway surface/condition
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PA.IV.H.R3:
Planning for a go-around and rejected landing -
PA.IV.H.R4:
Collision hazards -
PA.IV.H.R5:
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) -
PA.IV.H.R6:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation
Confined Area Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skill to:-
PA.IV.H.S1:
Complete the appropriate checklist(s) -
PA.IV.H.S2:
Make radio calls as appropriate -
PA.IV.H.S3:
Ensure the airplane is aligned for an approach to the correct/assigned landing surface -
PA.IV.H.S4:
Scan the landing area for traffic and obstructions -
PA.IV.H.S5:
Select and aim for a suitable touchdown point considering the wind, landing surface, and obstructions -
PA.IV.H.S6:
Establish the recommended approach and landing configuration, airspeed, and trim, and adjust pitch attitude and power as required to maintain a stabilized approach -
PA.IV.H.S7:
Maintain manufacturer's published approach airspeed or in its absence not more than 1.3 VSO, +10/-5 knots with gust factor applied -
PA.IV.H.S8:
Maintain directional control and appropriate crosswind correction throughout the approach and landing -
PA.IV.H.S9:
Make smooth, timely, and correct control application before, during, and after touchdown -
PA.IV.H.S10:
Contact the water at the recommended airspeed with a proper pitch attitude for the surface conditions -
PA.IV.H.S11:
Touch down at a proper pitch attitude, within 200 feet beyond or on the specified point, with no side drift, minimum float, and with the airplane’s longitudinal axis aligned with the projected landing path -
PA.IV.H.S12:
Execute a timely go-around if the approach cannot be made within the tolerances specified above or for any other condition that may result in an unsafe approach or landing -
PA.IV.H.S13:
Apply elevator control as necessary to stop in the shortest distance consistent with safety
Re-Motivation:
Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson
- Assign study materials for the next lesson