- I. AREA OF OPERATION:
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- PREFLIGHT
PREPARATION Index
- A.
TASK: CERTIFICATES AND DOCUMENTS
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- REFERENCES: FAR Parts 43, 61, 91; AC 61-21, AC 61-23;
Pilot’s Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved
Airplane Flight Manual.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant:
- 1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
certificates and documents by explaining the
appropriate–
- a. pilot certificate, privileges and
limitations.
- b. medical certificate, class and duration.
- c. pilot logbook or flight record, required
entries.
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- 2. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
certificates and documents by locating and
explaining the–
- a. airworthiness and registration
certificates.
- b. operating limitations, placards,
instrument markings, handbooks, and manuals.
- c. weight and balance data, including the
equipment list.
- d. airworthiness directives and compliance
records, maintenance requirements, tests, and
appropriate records.
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- B.
TASK: WEATHER INFORMATION
- REFERENCES: AC 00-6, AC 00-45, AC
61-23, AC 61-84; AIM.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant:
- 1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
weather information by analyzing weather reports
and forecasts from various sources with emphasis
on–
- a. PIREP’s.
- b. SIGMET’s and AIRMET’s.
- c. wind shear reports.
- 2. Makes a competent "go/no-go"
decision based on available weather information.
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- C. TASK: CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHT PLANNING
- REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 61-84; Navigation
Charts; Airport/Facility Directory; AIM.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant:
- 1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
cross-country flight planning by presenting and
explaining a preplanned VFR cross-country flight
near the maximum range of the airplane, as
previously assigned by the examiner. The final
flight plan shall include real-time weather to
the first fuel stop, with maximum allowable
passenger and baggage loads.
- 2. Uses appropriate, current aeronautical charts.
- 3. Plots a course for the intended route of
flight.
- 4. Identifies airspace, obstructions, and terrain
features.
- 5. Selects easily identifiable en route
checkpoints.
- 6. Selects the most favorable altitudes,
considering weather conditions and equipment
capabilities.
- 7. Computes headings, flight time, and fuel
requirements.
- 8. Selects appropriate navigation
systems/facilities and communication frequencies.
- 9. Confirms availability of alternate airports.
- 10. Extracts and records pertinent information
from NOTAM’s, the Airport/Facility
Directory, and other flight publications.
- 11. Completes a navigation log and simulates
filing a VFR flight plan.
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- D.
TASK: NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM
- REFERENCES: FAR Parts 71, 91; Navigation Charts; AIM.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant
exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the
National Airspace System by explaining:
- 1. Basic VFR Weather Minimums – for all
classes of airspace.
- 2. Airspace classes – their boundaries,
pilot certification, and airplane equipment
requirements for the following–
- a. Class A.
- b. Class B.
- c. Class C.
- d. Class D.
- e. Class E.
- f. Class G.
- 3. Special use airspace and other airspace areas.
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- E.
TASK: PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS
- REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 61-84, AC 91-23;
Pilot’s Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved
Airplane Flight Manual.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant:
- 1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
performance and limitations by explaining the use
of charts, tables, and data, if available from
the manufacturer, to determine performance,
including takeoff, climb, cruise, range, and
endurance, and the adverse effects of exceeding
limitations.
- 2. Computes weight and balance, including adding,
removing, and shifting weight. Determines if the
weight and center of gravity will remain within
limits during all phases of flight.
- 3. Describes the effects of atmospheric
conditions on the airplane’s performance.
- 4. Determines whether the computed performance is
within the airplane’s capabilities and
operating limitations.
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- F.
TASK: OPERATION OF SYSTEMS
- REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23; Pilot’s
Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight
Manual.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant
exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the
operation of systems on the airplane provided for the
flight test by explaining at least three of the
following:
- 1. Primary flight controls and trim.
- 2. Flaps, leading edge devices, and spoilers.
- 3. Powerplant.
- 4. Propeller.
- 5. Landing gear.
- 6. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic systems.
- 7. Electrical system.
- 8. Pitot-static system, vacuum/pressure system
and associated flight instruments.
- 9. Environmental system.
- 10. Deicing and anti-icing systems.
- 11. Avionics system.
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- G.
TASK: MINIMUM EQUIPMENT LIST
- REFERENCE: FAR Part 91.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant
exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the use
of an approved Part 91 minimum equipment list by
explaining:
- 1. Required instruments and equipment for day VFR
and night VFR flight.
- 2. Procedures for operating the airplane with
inoperative instruments and equipment.
- 3. Requirements and procedures for obtaining a
special flight permit.
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- H.
TASK: AEROMEDICAL FACTORS
- REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 67-2; AIM.
- Objective. To determine that the applicant
exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
aeromedical factors by explaining:
- 1. The symptoms, causes, effects, and corrective
actions of at least three of the following—
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- a. hypoxia.
- b. hyperventilation.
- c. middle ear and sinus problems.
- d. spatial disorientation.
- e. motion sickness.
- f. carbon monoxide poisoning.
- g. stress and fatigue.
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- 2. The effects of alcohol and over-the-counter
drugs.
- 3. The effects of nitrogen excesses during scuba
dives upon a pilot or passenger in flight.
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