IFR.V.B — Departure, En Route, and Arrival Operations

Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with IFR departure, en route, and arrival operations solely by reference to instruments.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• IR.V.B.K1Elements related to ATC routes, including departure procedures (DPs) and associated climb gradients; arrival procedures (STARs) and associated constraints.
• IR.V.B.K2Pilot/controller responsibilities, communication procedures, and ATC services available to pilots.

Risk Management

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

• IR.V.B.R2Failure to recognize limitations of traffic avoidance equipment.
• IR.V.B.R3Failure to use see and avoid techniques when possible.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• IR.V.B.S1Select, identify (as necessary) and use the appropriate communication and navigation facilities associated with the proposed flight.
• IR.V.B.S2Perform the appropriate airplane checklist items relative to the phase of flight.
• IR.V.B.S3Use the current and appropriate paper or electronic navigation publications..
• IR.V.B.S4Establish two-way communications with the proper controlling agency, use proper phraseology, and comply in a timely manner with all ATC instructions and airspace restrictions, and exhibit adequate knowledge of communication failure procedures.
• IR.V.B.S5Intercept all courses, radials, and bearings appropriate to the procedure, route, or clearance in a timely manner.
• IR.V.B.S7Maintain airspeed ±10 knots, altitude ±100 feet, and selected headings ±10°, and apply proper correction to maintain a course allowing no more than ¾-scale deflection of the CDI.
• IR.V.B.S8Update/interpret weather in flight.
• IR.V.B.S9Explain and use flight deck displays of digital weather and aeronautical information, as applicable.