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

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:

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

Risk Management

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

• PA.X.D.R1Failure to plan for engine failure during approach and landing.
• PA.X.D.R2Distractions, loss of situational awareness, and/or improper task management
• PA.X.D.R3Single-engine performance.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• PA.X.D.S1Promptly recognize 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.X.D.S2Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required.
• PA.X.D.S3Follow the manufacturer’s recommended emergency procedures.
• PA.X.D.S4Monitor the operating engine and make adjustments as necessary.
• PA.X.D.S5Request and follow an actual or a simulated ATC clearance for an instrument approach.
• PA.X.D.S6Maintain altitude ±100 feet or minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and selected heading ±10°.
• PA.X.D.S7Establish 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.
• PA.X.D.S8On final approach segment, maintain vertical (as applicable) and lateral guidance within ¾-scale deflection.
• PA.X.D.S9Avoid loss of airplane control, or attempted flight contrary to the operating limitations of the airplane.
• PA.X.D.S10Comply with the published criteria for the aircraft approach category if circling.
• PA.X.D.S11Execute a normal landing.
• PA.X.D.S12Complete the appropriate checklist.