PA.I.G — Operation of Systems

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with the safe operation of systems on the airplane provided for the flight test.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• PA.I.G.K1Airplane systems, to include: Note: If K1 is selected, the evaluator must assess the applicant’s knowledge of at least three of the following sub-elements
  • PA.I.G.K1aa. Primary flight controls
  • PA.I.G.K1bb. Secondary flight controls
  • PA.I.G.K1cc. Powerplant and propeller
  • PA.I.G.K1dd. Landing gear
  • PA.I.G.K1ee. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic
  • PA.I.G.K1ff. Electrical
  • PA.I.G.K1gg. Avionics
  • PA.I.G.K1hh. Pitot-static, vacuum/pressure, and associated flight instruments
  • PA.I.G.K1ii. Environmental
  • PA.I.G.K1jj. Deicing and anti-icing
  • PA.I.G.K1kk. Water rudders (ASES, AMES)
  • PA.I.G.K1ll. Oxygen system
• PA.I.G.K2Indications of and procedures for managing system abnormalities or failures.

Risk Management

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

• PA.I.G.R1Failure to detect system malfunctions or failures.
• PA.I.G.R2Improper management of a system failure.
• PA.I.G.R3Failure to monitor and manage automated systems.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• PA.I.G.S1Explain and operate at least three of the systems listed in K1a through K1l above.
• PA.I.G.S2Use appropriate checklists properly.