COMM.X.D — Instrument Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated) (solely by Reference to Instruments) (AMEL, AMES)

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with executing a published instrument approach solely by reference to instruments with one engine inoperative.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• CA.X.D.K1Instrument approach procedures with one engine inoperative.

Risk Management

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

• CA.X.D.R1Failure to plan for engine failure during approach and landing.
• CA.X.D.R2Collision hazards, to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, wires, vehicles, vessels, persons, and wildlife.
• CA.X.D.R3Improper airplane configuration.
• CA.X.D.R4Low altitude maneuvering including stall, spin, or CFIT
• CA.X.D.R5Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management.
• CA.X.D.R6Performing a go-around/rejected landing with a powerplant failure.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.X.D.S1Promptly recognize engine failure and maintain positive airplane control.
• CA.X.D.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).
• CA.X.D.S3Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required.
• CA.X.D.S4Follow the manufacturer’s recommended emergency procedures.
• CA.X.D.S5Monitor the operating engine and make adjustments as necessary
• CA.X.D.S6Request and follow an actual or a simulated ATC clearance for an instrument approach.
• CA.X.D.S7Maintain altitude ±100 feet or minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and selected heading ±10°.
• CA.X.D.S8Establish a rate of descent that will ensure arrival at the MDA or DA/DH, with the airplane in a position from which a descent to a landing on the intended runway can be made, either straight in or circling as appropriate.
• CA.X.D.S9On final approach segment, maintain vertical (as applicable) and lateral guidance within ¾-scale deflection.
• CA.X.D.S10Avoid loss of airplane control or attempted flight contrary to the operating limitations of the airplane.
• CA.X.D.S12Execute a normal landing.
• CA.X.D.S13Complete the appropriate checklist.