CA.IX.B — Emergency Approach and Landing (Simulated) (ASEL, ASES)

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, skills and risk management associated with a power failure at altitude and associated emergency approach and landing procedures.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

CA.IX.B.K1Immediate action items and emergency procedures.
CA.IX.B.K2Airspeed, to include:
- CA.IX.B.K2aa. Importance of best glide speed and its relationship to distance
- CA.IX.B.K2bb. Difference between best glide speed and minimum sink speed
- CA.IX.B.K2cc. Effects of wind on glide distance
CA.IX.B.K3Effects of atmospheric conditions on emergency approach and landing.
CA.IX.B.K4A stabilized approach, to include energy management concepts.
CA.IX.B.K5ELTs and other emergency locating devices.
CA.IX.B.K6ATC services to aircraft in distress.

Risk Management

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

CA.IX.B.R1Failure to consider altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance, and available landing distance.
CA.IX.B.R2Failure to plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area.
CA.IX.B.R3Collision hazards, to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, and wires.
CA.IX.B.R4Improper airplane configuration.
CA.IX.B.R5Low altitude maneuvering including, stall, spin, or CFIT.
CA.IX.B.R6Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

CA.IX.B.S1Establish and maintain the recommended best glide airspeed, ±10 knots.
CA.IX.B.S2Configure the airplane in accordance with the POH/AFM and existing conditions.
CA.IX.B.S3Select a suitable landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, and available glide distance.
CA.IX.B.S4Plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, and obstructions.
CA.IX.B.S5Prepare for landing as specified by the evaluator.
CA.IX.B.S6Complete the appropriate checklist.