Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

Introduction

Schedule:

Topic:

Time:

Attention/Motivator:

0:05

Part 1, Lesson Introduction:

0:05

Part 2, Flight Deck Management:

0:15

Part 3, Avionics and Automation:

0:15

Part 4, Flight Deck Management Guided Scenario(s):

0:20

Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:

0:05

Remotivation/Closure:

0:05

Total Ground Time:

0:00
Attention Getter:
- Research a case study:
  - Cockpit Management Case Studies.
- 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.
Motivator:
- Cockpit management are the actions and procedures, starting with preflight, in which all necessary equipment, documents, checklists, and navigation charts appropriate for the flight are on board and easily accessible.
- With this comes the need to keep things organized to reduce Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and confusion in flight.

Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
Optional Materials:
- Instructor endorsement log.
- Aircraft.
Reference Materials:
- Aircraft Categories and Classes Supplement.
- Pilot Certificates and Ratings Supplement.
- Pilot Logbooks Supplement.
- 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.

Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

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, Flight Deck Management:
- Introduce passenger preflight briefing requirements.
- Review aircraft preflight assessment flight deck considerations:
  - Use of checklists.
  - Up-to-date avionics.
  - Securing items.
- Introduce distractions.
- Review Aeronautical Decision Making, Single-Pilot Resource Management/Crew Resource Management.
Part 3, Avionics and Automation:
- Introduce flying with inoperative equipment.
- Introduce automation and pitfalls.
Part 4, Flight Deck Management Guided Scenario(s).
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.

Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

Discuss varying experience of passengers, assumptions, and why there is a legal requirement to brief passengers.
Discuss impacts of missing a checklist item.
Discuss impact of a shifting center of gravity from cargo movement.
Discuss potential distractions and the businest phases of flight.
Related scenarios:
- None.
Aids: None.

Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

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.

Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

Objective Elements 3 PTS Elements

SP.1:
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to efficient flightdeck management procedures, and related safety factors.
SP.2:
Organizes and arranges material and equipment in a manner that makes the items readily available.
SP.3:
Briefs occupant on the use of safety belts, shoulder harnesses, and any other required safety equipment, doors, and emergency procedures.

Sport Pilot (Airplane) Flight Deck Management Lesson Plan

Re-Motivation:
- Flight Deck Management reinforces that safe flight depends on disciplined preparation, positive aircraft control, and attention to detail before and after the airborne portion of a flight.
- Checklists, clear communication, traffic awareness, configuration verification, and early recognition of discrepancies prevent routine ground tasks from creating avoidable hazards.
- Managing distractions and continuously confirming aircraft position, condition, and readiness turn standard procedures into effective risk controls.
- Continued practice with Flight Deck Management prepares sport pilots for busier environments, unfamiliar aircraft, and more complex operations later in training.
Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.