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Task X.C

One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) (solely by Reference to Instruments) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns

AMELAMES

To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with flight solely by reference to instruments with one engine inoperative.

Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.

References: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-15, FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-P-8740-66; POH/AFM

Knowledge1 element

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

  • PA.X.C.K1Procedures used if engine failure occurs during straight-and-level flight and turns while on instruments.
Risk Management5 elements

The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

  • PA.X.C.R1Identification of the inoperative engine.
  • PA.X.C.R2Inability to climb or maintain altitude with an inoperative engine.
  • PA.X.C.R3Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
  • PA.X.C.R4Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
  • PA.X.C.R5Fuel management during single-engine operation.
Skills11 elements

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

  • PA.X.C.S1Promptly recognize an engine failure and maintain positive aircraft control.
  • PA.X.C.S2Set the engine controls, reduce drag, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and simulate feathering of the propeller on the inoperative engine (evaluator should then establish zero thrust on the inoperative engine).
  • PA.X.C.S3Establish the best engine-inoperative airspeed and trim the airplane.
  • PA.X.C.S4Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required.
  • PA.X.C.S5Verify the prescribed checklist procedures used for securing the inoperative engine.
  • PA.X.C.S6Attempt to determine and resolve the reason for the engine failure.
  • PA.X.C.S7Monitor engine functions and make necessary adjustments.
  • PA.X.C.S8Maintain the specified altitude ±100 feet or minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and the specified heading ±10°.
  • PA.X.C.S9Assess the aircraft’s performance capability and decide an appropriate action to ensure a safe landing.
  • PA.X.C.S10Avoid loss of airplane control or attempted flight contrary to the engine-inoperative operating limitations of the airplane.
  • PA.X.C.S11Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.

Overview

Study notes for One Engine Inoperative (Simulated) (solely by Reference to Instruments) During Straight-and-Level Flight and Turns are coming soon. The official ACS elements for this task are listed above — use them as your checklist while the full study guide is being written.

Key Knowledge

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Common DPE Questions

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References

FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-15, FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-P-8740-66; POH/AFM