IR.VI.E — Landing from an Instrument Approach

Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with performing the procedures for a landing from an instrument approach.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• IR.VI.E.K1Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a straight-in or circling approach.
• IR.VI.E.K2Airport signs, markings and lighting, to include approach lighting systems.

Risk Management

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

• IR.VI.E.R1Attempting to land from an unstable approach.
• IR.VI.E.R2Flying below the glidepath.
• IR.VI.E.R3Transitioning from instrument to visual references for landing.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• IR.VI.E.S1Transition at the DA/DH, MDA, or visual descent point (VDP) to a visual flight condition, allowing for safe visual maneuvering and a normal landing.
• IR.VI.E.S2Adhere to all ATC or evaluator advisories, such as NOTAMs, windshear, wake turbulence, runway surface, braking conditions, and other operational considerations.
• IR.VI.E.S3Complete the appropriate checklist.
• IR.VI.E.S4Maintain positive airplane control throughout the landing maneuver.
• IR.VI.E.S5Demonstrate SRM.