Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan
The Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the FAA waiver policy and requirements.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan Introduction
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Schedule:
Topic:Time:Part 1, Introduction:0:05Part 2, Waivers:0:10Part 3, Waivers Risk Management:0:10Part 4, WaiversGuided Scenario(s):0:15Part 5, Conclude Lesson:0:10Remotivation/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:
- Soft field takeoffs maximize performance when departing from a soft or rough runway surface
- Otherwise "hard" surfaces can become "soft" following rainstorms or disturbance
- These soft and rough surfaces provide unique challenges which may make the aircraft harder to control and reduce acceleration
- Additionally, with soft and perhaps bumpy surfaces, you are at risk of getting the nose wheel stuck
- For this reason, procedures may specify a flap setting
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Weight and Balance worksheet.
- Pilot Information/Operating Handbook.
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 93.
- Aeronautical Information Manual.
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations 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.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Part 1, Introduce the lesson:
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Introduce soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Part 2, Waivers:
- Introduce surface wind impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb performance, including determining wind direction with or without visual indicators.
- Introduce wind shear impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb performance.
- Introduce wake turbulence considerations during soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce outside air temperature and field elevation/density altitude impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb performance.
- Introduce runway surface condition impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce runway slope impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce gross weight center of gravity impacts and to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce power settings impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce flight profile impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce nose strut slope impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce tire pressure impacts to soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Introduce ground effect.
- Introduce the importance of weight transfer.
- Introduce the four left turning tendencies.
- Part 3, Waivers Risk Management:
- Introduce collision hazards.
- Introduce low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin and controlled flight into terrain risks.
- Introduce distractions, task prioritization, situational awareness, and disorientation.
- Introduce runway incursion risks.
- Part 4, Waivers Guided Scenario(s):
- Part 5, Conclude Lesson:
- Relate lesson to power-on stalls.
- 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.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
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- Related scenarios:
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Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers 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.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the FAA waiver policy and requirements.
- References: 14 CFR part 107, subpart D; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); FAA-G-8082-22 (Remote Pilot - Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide).
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Waivers Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
UA.I.D.K1:
Waiver policy and requirements
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Waivers Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
NA:
Reserved.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Waivers Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
NA:
Not Applicable.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Waivers Lesson Plan Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
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Closure:
- The FAA provides test-taking guidance and test guides on its website.
- To learn more about preparing for the practical test, visit the checkride page.
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.