AA.II.B — Powerplant Start

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with powerplant start procedures.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• AA.II.B.K1Normal and abnormal powerplant start procedures and limitations, including the use of an auxiliary power unit (APU) or external power source (if applicable).
• AA.II.B.K2Starting under various conditions.
• AA.II.B.K3Malfunctions during powerplant start, procedures to address the malfunction, and any associated limitations.
• AA.II.B.K4Coordinating and communicating with ground personnel for powerplant start, if applicable.

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, encompassing:

• AA.II.B.R1Malfunctions during powerplant start.
• AA.II.B.R2Propeller and turbine powerplant safety.
• AA.II.B.R3Managing situations where specific instructions or checklist items are not published.
• AA.II.B.R4Personnel, vehicles, vessels, foreign object debris, and other aircraft in the vicinity during powerplant start.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• AA.II.B.S1Ensure the ground safety procedures are followed during the before-start, start, and afterstart phases.
• AA.II.B.S2Use appropriate ground crew personnel during the start procedures (if applicable).
• AA.II.B.S3Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate checklist(s) prior to and after powerplant start.
• AA.II.B.S4Respond appropriately to an abnormal start or malfunction.