PPL Checkride Guide
← Area I. Preflight Preparation

Task I.G

Operation of Systems

To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with safe operation of systems on the airplane provided for the flight test.

Note: If K1 is selected, the evaluator must assess the applicant's knowledge of at least three sub-elements.

References: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM

Knowledge14 elements

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

  • PA.I.G.K1Airplane systems, including:
  • PA.I.G.K1aa. Primary flight controls
  • PA.I.G.K1bb. Secondary flight controls
  • PA.I.G.K1cc. Powerplant and propeller
  • PA.I.G.K1dd. Landing gear
  • PA.I.G.K1ee. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic
  • PA.I.G.K1ff. Electrical
  • PA.I.G.K1gg. Avionics
  • PA.I.G.K1hh. Pitot-static, vacuum/pressure, and associated flight instruments
  • PA.I.G.K1ii. Environmental
  • PA.I.G.K1jj. Deicing and anti-icing
  • PA.I.G.K1kk. Water rudders (ASES, AMES)
  • PA.I.G.K1ll. Oxygen system
  • PA.I.G.K2Indications of and procedures for managing system abnormalities or failures.
Risk Management3 elements

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

  • PA.I.G.R1Detection of system malfunctions or failures.
  • PA.I.G.R2Management of a system failure.
  • PA.I.G.R3Monitoring and management of automated systems.
Skills2 elements

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

  • PA.I.G.S1Operate at least three of the systems listed in K1a through K1l appropriately.
  • PA.I.G.S2Complete the appropriate checklist(s).

Overview

Study notes for Operation of Systems 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-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM