FAA-S-8081-7A97 V. AREA OF OPERATION:
PREFLIGHT PROCEDURES NOTE: The examiner shall select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: PREFLIGHT INSPECTION REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a preflight inspection, as applicable to the gyroplane used for the practical test, by describing—
a. reasons for the preflight inspection, items that should be inspected, and how defects are detected.
b. importance of using the appropriate checklist.
c. determination of fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid quantity, possible contamination and/or leaks.
d. inspection of flight controls.
e. detection of visible structural damage.
f. removal of control locks, rotor blade tie-down, and wheel chocks, if applicable.
g. importance of proper loading and securing of baggage, cargo, and equipment.
h. use of sound judgment in determining whether the gyroplane is in condition for safe flight.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a preflight inspection by describing—
a. failure to use or improper use of checklist.
b. hazards which may result from allowing distractions to interrupt a preflight inspection.
c. inability to recognize discrepancies.
d. failure to ensure servicing with proper fuel and oil.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a preflight inspection from an instructional standpoint.
FAA-S-8081-7A 98 B. TASK: COCKPIT MANAGEMENT REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 91-32; FAR Part 91;
FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of cockpit management by describing—
a. proper arranging and securing of essential materials and equipment in the cockpit.
b. proper use and/or adjustment of such cockpit items as safety belts, shoulder harnesses, rudder pedals, and seats.
c. occupant briefing on emergency procedures and use of safety belts and shoulder harnesses.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to cockpit management by describing—
a. failure to place and secure essential materials and equipment for easy access during flight.
b. improper adjustment of equipment and controls.
c. failure to brief occupants on use of safety belts and shoulder harnesses.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains cockpit management from an instructional standpoint.
C. TASK: ENGINE STARTING REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61-21, AC 91-13, AC 91-42;
FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of engine starting as appropriate to the gyroplane used for the practical test by describing—
a. safety precautions related to engine starting.
b. use of external power.
c. effect of various atmospheric conditions on starting.
d. importance of following the appropriate checklist.
e. proper position of engine and flight controls during engine start.
f. prevention of gyroplane movement after engine start.
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2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to engine starting by describing—
a. failure to use or improper use of checklist.
b. failure to monitor engine instruments.
c. improper position of flight controls during and after start.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains engine starting from an instructional standpoint.
D. TASK: TAXIING REFERENCES: AC 60 -14; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16;
Gyro Training Manual, Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of taxiing by describing—
a. proper check and correct use of brakes.
b. compliance with airport surface markings, signals, and clearances.
c. how to control direction and speed.
d. proper rotor blade management while taxiing, based on terrain and wind conditions.
e. techniques to avoid other aircraft and hazards.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to taxiing by describing—
a. improper use of brakes.
b. hazards of taxiing too fast.
c. failure to use proper rotor blade management while taxiing.
d. failure to comply with markings, signals, or clearances.
e. improper positioning for run-up.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains taxiing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to taxiing.
FAA-S-8081-7A 100 E. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCES: AC 60 -14; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16;
Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a before takeoff check by describing—
a. division of attention inside and outside the cockpit.
b. importance of following the checklist and responding to each item.
c. reasons for assuring suitable engine temperatures and pressures for run-up and takeoff.
d. method used to determine that gyroplane is in a safe operating condition.
e. importance of reviewing emergency procedures, to include low speed/high speed blade flap situations.
f. method used for assuring that takeoff area or path is free of hazards or obstacles.
g. method used for assuring adequate clearance from other traffic.
h. rotor spin-up procedure.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a before takeoff check by describing—
a. failure to use or the improper use of the checklist.
b. acceptance of marginal gyroplane performance.
c. an improper check of controls.
d. failure to check for hazards and other traffic.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a before takeoff check from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a before takeoff check.
FAA-S-8081-7A101 VI. AREA OF OPERATION:
AIRPORT OPERATIONS NOTE: The examiner shall select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND ATC LIGHT
SIGNALS REFERENCES: AIM; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of radio communications and ATC light signals by describing—
a. selection and use of appropriate radio frequencies.
b. recommended procedure and phraseology for radio voice communications.
c. receipt, acknowledgment of, and compliance with, ATC clearances and other instructions.
d. prescribed procedure for radio communications failure.
e. interpretation of, and compliance with, ATC light signals.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to radio communications and ATC light signals by describing—
a. use of improper frequencies.
b. improper techniques and phraseologies when using radio voice communications.
c. failure to acknowledge, or properly comply with, ATC clearances and other instructions.
d. use of improper procedures for radio communications failure.
e. failure to understand, or to properly comply with, ATC light signals.
FAA-S-8081-7A 102 B. TASK: TRAFFIC PATTERNS REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; FAR Part 91; AIM;
FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of traffic patterns by describing—
a. operations at controlled and uncontrolled airports.
b. adherence to traffic pattern procedures, instructions, and appropriate regulations.
c. how to maintain proper spacing from other traffic.
d. how to maintain proper ground track.
e. wind shear and wake turbulence.
f. orientation with runway or landing area.
g. how to establish a final approach at an appropriate distance from the approach end of the runway or landing area.
h. use of checklist.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to traffic patterns by describing—
a. failure to comply with traffic pattern instructions, procedures, and rules.
b. improper correction for wind drift.
c. inadequate spacing from other traffic.
d. improper altitude or airspeed control.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains traffic patterns from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to traffic patterns.
C. TASK: AIRPORT MARKINGS AND LIGHTING REFERENCES: AC 61-21; AIM; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of airport markings and lighting by describing:
1. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway markings.
2. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway lighting.
FAA-S-8081-7A103 VII. AREA OF OPERATION:
TAKEOFFS, LANDINGS, AND GO-AROUNDS NOTE: The examiner shall select at least one takeoff TASK and one landing TASK.
A. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF AND CLIMB REFERENCES: AC 60 -14; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16;
Gyro Training Manual, Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb by describing—
a. consideration of wind conditions.
b. factors affecting takeoff and climb performance.
c. alignment with takeoff path.
d. initial positioning of flight controls.
e. prerotation of rotor blades to required RPM.
f. application of power for takeoff.
g. directional control and crosswind technique.
h. lift-off attitude, airspeed, and rotor RPM.
i. climb attitude, power setting, and airspeed.
j. crosswind correction and track during climb.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb by describing—
a. failure to check rotor for proper operation, track, and RPM prior to initiating takeoff.
b. improper initial positioning of flight controls.
c. improper power application.
d. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
e. poor directional control.
f. failure to lift off at proper airspeed.
g. failure to establish and maintain proper climb attitude and airspeed.
h. drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb.
FAA-S-8081-7A 104 B. TASK: SHORT-FIELD TAKEOFF AND CLIMB REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; F AA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a shortfield takeoff and climb by describing—
a. consideration of wind conditions.
b. factors affecting takeoff and climb performance.
c. takeoff and climb hazards, particularly those related to obstacles.
d. how to position and align the gyroplane for maximum utilization of available takeoff area.
e. initial positioning of flight controls.
f. prerotation of rotor blades to required RPM.
g. application of power prior to brake release.
h. directional control during acceleration on the surface.
i. lift-off attitude, airspeed, and rotor RPM.
j. initial climb attitude and airspeed until obstacle is cleared (50 feet/20 meters AGL).
k. climb attitude, power setting, and airspeed after obstacle is cleared.
l. track during climb.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to short-field takeoff and climb by describing—
a. failure to positio n gyroplane for maximum utilization of available takeoff area.
b. failure to check rotor for proper operation, track, and RPM prior to initiating takeoff.
c. improper initial positioning of flight controls.
d. improper power application.
e. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
f. poor directional control.
g. improper use of brakes.
h. failure to lift off at proper airspeed.
i. failure to establish and maintain proper climb attitude and airspeed.
j. drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneo usly explains a short-field takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a short-field takeoff and climb.
FAA-S-8081-7A105 C. TASK: SOFT-FIELD TAKEOFF AND CLIMB REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a soft-field takeoff and climb by describing—
a. consideration of wind conditions and takeoff surface.
b. factors affecting takeoff and climb performance.
c. how to align the gyroplane with the takeoff path without stopping.
d. initial positioning of flight controls.
e. prerotation of rotor blades (if applicable).
f. directional control during acceleration on the surface.
g. lift-off attitude, airspeed, and rotor RPM.
h. acceleration in ground effect to climb airspeed.
i. obstacle clearance (if applicable).
j. climb attitude, power setting, and airspeed.
k. track during climb.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a soft-field takeoff and climb by describing—
a. failure to check rotor for proper operation, track, and RPM prior to initiating takeoff.
b. improper initial positioning of flight controls.
c. hazards of allowing the gyroplane to stop on the takeoff surface prior to initiating takeoff.
d. improper power application.
e. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
f. poor directional control.
g. improper pitch attitude during lift-off.
h. hazards of settling back to takeoff surface after becoming airborne.
i. failure to establish and maintain proper climb attitude and airspeed.
j. drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a soft-field takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a soft-field takeoff and climb.
FAA-S-8081-7A 106 D. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND APPROACH AND
LANDING REFERENCES: AC 60 -14; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16;
Gyro Training Manual, Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a normal and crosswind approach and landing by describing—
a. how to determine landing performance and limitations.
b. power and trim.
c. obstructions and other hazards which should be considered.
d. a stabilized approach at the recommended airspeed to the selected touchdown area.
e. use of a controlled high-sink to adjust desired approach angle.
f. coordination of flight controls.
g. a precise ground track.
h. possibility of wind shear and wake turbulence.
i. most suitable crosswind technique.
j. timing, judgment, and control touch during flare and touchdown.
k. directional control after touchdown.
l. use of brakes.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a normal and crosswind approach and landing by describing—
a. improper use of landing performance data and limitations.
b. failure to establish and maintain a stabilized approach.
c. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
d. improper technique during flare and touchdown.
e. touchdown at too low an airspeed with strong headwinds, causing rearward roll.
f. poor directional control after touchdown.
g. improper use of brakes.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a normal or a crosswind approach and landing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a normal and crosswind approach and landing.
FAA-S-8081-7A107 E. TASK: SHORT-FIELD APPROACH AND LANDING REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a shortfield approach and landing by describing—
a. how to determine landing performance and limitations.
b. power and trim.
c. obstacles and other hazards which should be considered.
d. effect of wind.
e. selection of touchdown and go-around points.
f. a stabilized approach at the recommended airspeed to the selected touchdown area.
g. use of a controlled high-sink to adj ust desired approach angle.
h. coordination of flight controls.
i. a precise ground track.
j. timing, judgment, and control touch during flare and touchdown.
k. directional control after touchdown.
l. use of brakes.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a short-field approach and landing by describing—
a. improper use of landing performance data and limitations.
b. failure to establish and maintain a stabilized approach.
c. improper technique in the use of power.
d. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
e. improper technique during flare and touchdown.
f. touchdown at too low an airspeed with strong headwinds, causing rearward roll.
g. poor directional control after touchdown.
h. improper use of brakes.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a short-field approach and landing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a short-field approach and landing.
FAA-S-8081-7A 108 F. TASK: SOFT-FIELD APPROACH AND LANDING REFERENCES: AC 60 -14, AC 61 -21; FAA-S-8081-15, FAA-S-8081-16; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a soft-field approach and landing by describing—
a. how to determine landing performance and limitations.
b. power and trim.
c. obstacles and other hazards which should be considered.
d. effect of wind and landing surface.
e. selection of a touchdown area.
f. a stabilized approach at the recommended airspeed to the selected touchdown area.
g. use of a controlled high-sink to adjust desired approach angle.
h. coordination of flight controls.
i. a precise ground track.
j. timing, judgment, and control touch during flare and touchdown.
k. directional control after touchdown.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a soft-field approach and landing by describing—
a. improper use of landing performance data and limitations.
b. failure to establish and maintain a stabilized approach.
c. failure to consider the effect of wind and landing surface.
d. faulty technique in use of power.
e. inappropriate removal of hand from throttle.
f. faulty technique during flare and touchdown.
g. touchdown at too low an airspeed with strong headwinds, causing rearward roll.
h. poor directional control after touchdown.
i. improper use of brakes.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a soft-field approach and landing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a soft-field approach and landing.