Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering With One Engine Inoperative Lesson Plan
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) • ACS Area X, Task A
The Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Lesson Plan covers the knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with maneuvering with one engine inoperative.
Introduction
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Schedule
Topic:Time:Attention/Motivator:0:05Part 1, Lesson Introduction:0:05Part 2, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES):0:30Part 3, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Guided Scenario(s):0:20Part 4, Lesson Conclusion:0:05Remotivation/Closure:0:05Total Ground Time:0:00
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Attention Getter:
- Research and present a mishap case study:
- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap.
- Relate similar personal experiences of the same type of incident/accident/mishap.
- Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario.
- Research and present a mishap case study:
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Motivator:
Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Step 1, Lesson Introduction:
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Step 2, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES):
- Step 3, Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Guided Scenario(s):
- Lead a human factors guided scenario.
- Step 4, Conclude Lesson:
- Discuss aeromedical training locations/opportunities.
- Present the remotivation, conclude, and provide guidance for follow-on lessons.
- Review student actions required ahead of the next lesson.
- Update instructor endorsement records and the student's jacket, as required.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering With One Engine Inoperative Lesson Plan Interactive Guided Scenario
Interactive Guided Scenario
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Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Complete or review AOPA's Online Learning Course - Do the Right Thing.
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Airman Certification Standards
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative (AMEL, AMES) Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with maneuvering with one engine inoperative.
- Note: See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task
- References: FAA-H-8083-2 (Risk Management Handbook), FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook), FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); FAA-P-8740-66; POH/AFM.
Knowledge 5 ACS Elements
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CA.X.A.K1: -
CA.X.A.K2: VMC (red line) and best single-engine rate of climb airspeed (VYSE) (blue line). -
CA.X.A.K3: How to identify, verify, feather, and secure an inoperative engine. -
CA.X.A.K4: Importance of drag reduction, including propeller feathering, gear and flap retraction, the manufacturer's recommended control input and its relation to zero sideslip. -
CA.X.A.K5: Feathering, securing, unfeathering, and restarting.
Risk Management 5 ACS Elements
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CA.X.A.R1: Potential engine failure during flight. -
CA.X.A.R2: -
CA.X.A.R3: Configuring the airplane. -
CA.X.A.R4: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). -
CA.X.A.R5:
Skills 8 ACS Elements
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CA.X.A.S1: Recognize an engine failure, maintain control, use manufacturer's memory item procedures, and use appropriate emergency procedures. -
CA.X.A.S2: Set the engine controls, identify and verify the inoperative engine, and feather the appropriate propeller. -
CA.X.A.S3: Use flight controls in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. -
CA.X.A.S4: Attempt to determine and resolve the reason for the engine failure. -
CA.X.A.S5: Secure the inoperative engine and monitor the operating engine and make necessary adjustments. -
CA.X.A.S6: Restart the inoperative engine using manufacturer's restart procedures. -
CA.X.A.S7: Maintain altitude ±100 feet or a minimum sink rate if applicable, airspeed ±10 knots, and selected headings ±10°. -
CA.X.A.S8: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
- Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative develops the calm, disciplined response needed when time, altitude, aircraft capability, or available options are limited.
- Early recognition, aircraft control, checklist use, clear priorities, and continuous evaluation of recovery or landing options help prevent an abnormal event from becoming unmanageable.
- Scenario practice strengthens situational awareness and aeronautical decision-making so pilots can adapt procedures to the aircraft, environment, and urgency of the event.
- Continued practice with Maneuvering with One Engine Inoperative prepares commercial pilots to manage more complex failures while preserving the margins needed for a safe outcome.
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Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.