PPL.IX.G — Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated)

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with an approach and landing with an engine inoperative, including engine failure on final approach.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• PA.IX.G.K1Factors affecting VMC.
• PA.IX.G.K2VMC (red line) and VYSE (blue line).
• PA.IX.G.K3How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine.
• PA.IX.G.K4Importance of drag reduction, to include propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer’s recommended flight control input and its relation to zero sideslip.
• PA.IX.G.K5Applicant responsibilities during simulated feathering.

Risk Management

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

• PA.IX.G.R1Failure to plan for engine failure inflight or during an approach.
• PA.IX.G.R2Collision hazards, to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, and wires.
• PA.IX.G.R3Improper airplane configuration.
• PA.IX.G.R4Low altitude maneuvering including stall, spin, or CFIT.
• PA.IX.G.R5Distractions, loss of situational awareness, and/or improper task management.
• PA.IX.G.R6Possible single-engine go-around.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• PA.IX.G.S1Promptly recognize an engine failure and maintain positive airplane control. Set 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).
• PA.IX.G.S2Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required.
• PA.IX.G.S3Follow the manufacturer’s recommended emergency procedures
• PA.IX.G.S4Monitor the operating engine and make adjustments as necessary.
• PA.IX.G.S5Maintain the manufacturer’s recommended approach airspeed +10/-5 knots, in the landing configuration with a stabilized approach, until landing is assured.
• PA.IX.G.S6Make smooth, timely, and correct control application during round out and touchdown.
• PA.IX.G.S7Touch down on the first one-third of available runway/landing surface, with no drift, and the airplane’s longitudinal axis aligned with and over the runway center or landing path.
• PA.IX.G.S8Maintain crosswind correction and directional control throughout the approach and landing.
• PA.IX.G.S9Complete the appropriate checklist.