FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-12 O. TASK: NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: FAR Part 91; AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of the national airspace system by describing:
1. General dimension of airspace segments.
2. Operating limitations associated with uncontrolled, controlled, special use, and other airspace.
P. TASK: LOGBOOK ENTRIES AND CERTIFICATE ENDORSEMENTS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: FAR Part 61; AC 61-21, AC 61-65.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to logbook entries and certificate endorsements by describing:
1. Required logbook entries for instruction given.
2. Required student pilot certificate endorsements, including appropriate logbook entries.
3. Preparation of a recommendation for a pilot practical test, including appropriate logbook entry.
4. Required endorsement of a pilot logbook for the satisfactory completion of the required FAA flight review.
5. Required flight instructor records.
1-13 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A III. AREA OF OPERATION: PREFLIGHT PREPARATION PREFLIGHT PREPARATION NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: CERTIFICATES AND DOCUMENTS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: FAR Parts 43, 61, and 91;
AC 61-21, AC 61-23; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to certificates and documents by describing:
1. Requirements for issuance of pilot and flight instructor certificates and ratings, and the privileges and limitations of those certificates and ratings.
2. Class and duration of medical certificates.
3. Airworthiness and registration certificates.
4. Airplane handbooks and manuals.
5. Airplane maintenance requirements, tests, and records.
B. TASK: WEATHER INFORMATION (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 00-6, AC 00-45, AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 61-84.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to weather information by describing:
1. Importance of a thorough weather check.
2. Various means of obtaining weather information.
3. Use of weather reports, forecasts, and charts.
4. Use of PIREP's, SIGMET's, AIRMET's, and NOTAM's.
5. Recognition of aviation weather hazards to include wind shear.
6. Factors to be considered in making a "go/no-go" decision.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-14 C. TASK: WATER AND SEAPLANE CHARACTERISTICS (AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21; Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to water and seaplane characteristics by describing:
1. Characteristics of water surface as it is affected by such factors as size of the water area, currents, debris, wind, sandbars, islands, or shoals.
2. Seaplane float or hull construction and its relationship to performance.
3. Causes of porpoising and skipping and pilot action necessary to prevent or to correct those occurrences.
D. TASK: SEAPLANE BASES, RULES, AND AIDS TO
MARINE NAVIGATION (AMES) REFERENCES: FAR Part 91; AC 61-21; Rules of the Road; Aids to Marine Navigation.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to seaplane bases, rules, and aids to marine navigation by describing:
1. How to locate and identify seaplane bases on charts or in directories.
2. Operating restrictions at various seaplane bases.
3. Right-of-way, steering, and sailing rules pertinent to seaplane operation.
4. Purpose and identification of marine navigation aids such as buoys, beacons, lights, and sound signals.
1-15 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A IV. AREA OF OPERATION: PREFLIGHT LESSON ON A PREFLIGHT LESSON ON A
MANEUVER TO BE PERFORMED IN FLIGHTMANEUVER TO BE PERFORMED IN FLIGHT NOTE: Examiner will select at least one maneuver from AREAS OF OPERATION VII through XV, and ask the applicant to present a preflight lesson on the selected maneuver as the lesson would be taught to a student.
TASK: MANEUVER LESSON (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21, AC 61-23;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual;
Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the selected maneuver by:
1. Stating the purpose.
2. Giving an accurate, comprehensive oral description, including the elements and common errors.
3. Using instructional aids, as appropriate.
4. Describing the recognition, analysis, and correction of common errors.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-16 V. AREA OF OPERATION: MULTIENGINE MULTIENGINE
OPERATIONSOPERATIONS NOTE: The examiner will select TASKS A, B, C, and D.
A. TASK: OPERATION OF SYSTEMS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21; FAA -S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA- Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to the operation of systems, as applicable to the airplane used for the practical test, by describing:
1. Primary flight controls and trim.
2. Pitot static/vacuum system and associated instruments.
3. Landing gear.
4. Wing flaps, leading edge devices, and spoilers.
5. Powerplant, including controls, indicators, cooling, and fire detection.
6. Propellers, including controls and indicators.
7. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic systems.
8. Electrical system.
9. Environmental system.
10. Deicing and anti-icing systems.
11. Avionics system.
12. Any system unique to the airplane flown.
1-17 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A B. TASK: PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 61-84, AC 91-23; FAA -S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to performance and limitations by describing:
1. Determination of weight and balance condition.
2. Use of performance charts, tables, and other data in determining performance in various phases of flight.
3. Effects of exceeding limitations.
4. Effects of atmospheric conditions on performance.
5. Factors to be considered in determining that the required performance is within the airplane's capabilities.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-18 C. TASK: FLIGHT PRINCIPLES - ENGINE INOPERATIVE (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21; FAA -S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA- Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to flight principles - engine inoperative by describing:
1. Effects of density altitude.
2. Importance of reducing drag.
3. Importance of establishing and maintaining proper airspeed.
4. Importance of maintaining proper pitch and bank attitudes, and proper coordination of controls.
5. Effects of weight and center of gravity.
6. Critical engine.
7. Reasons for loss of directional control.
8. Indications of approaching loss of directional control.
9. Reasons for variations in VMC.
10. Relationship of V MC to stall speed, including determination of whether a loss of directional control demonstration can be safely accomplished.
11. Takeoff emerg encies, including planning, decisions, and single-engine operations.
1-19 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A D. TASK: EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21; FAA -S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA- Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of emergency procedures appropriate to the airplane used for the practical test by describing:
1. Importance of availability and use of an emergency checklist.
2. Possible causes of partial or complete power loss in various flight situations.
3. Procedures to be followed if partial or complete power loss occurs during any phase of flight.
4. Procedures to be followed in icing conditions.
5. Procedures to be followed in the event of instrument malfunction.
6. Recommended recovery procedure from an unintentional spin.
7. Any other emergency appropriate to the airplane flown.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-20 VI. AREA OF OPERATION: GROUND AND WATER GROUND AND WATER
OPERATIONSOPERATIONS NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: VISUAL INSPECTION (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21, FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a visual inspection, as applicable to the airplane used for the practical test, by describing -
(a) reasons for the visual inspection, items that should be inspected, and how defects are detected.
(b) importance of using the appropriate checklist.
(c) how to determine fuel and oil quantity.
(d) methods used to determine fuel and oil contamination.
(e) detection of fuel, oil, and hydraulic leaks.
(f) inspection of the oxygen system, including supply and proper operation.
(g) inspection of the flight controls and water rudder.
(h) detection of visible structural damage.
(i) removal of tie-downs, control locks, and wheel chocks.
(j) removal of ice and frost.
(k) importance of proper loading and securing of baggage, cargo, and equipment.
(l) use of sound judgment in determining whether the airplane is in condition for safe flight.
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2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a visual inspection by describing -
(a) failure to use or improper use of checklist.
(b) hazards which may result from allowing distractions to interrupt a visual inspection.
(c) inability to recognize discrepancies.
(d) failure to assure servicing with th e proper fuel and oil.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a visual inspection from an instructional standpoint.
B. TASK: COCKPIT MANAGEMENT (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane 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 and orderly maintenance of records that reflect the progress of the flight.
(c) proper use and/or adjustment of such cockpit items as safety belts, shoulder harnesses, rudder pedals, and seats.
(d) occupant briefing on emergency procedures and use of safety belts.
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) failure to maintain accurate records essential to the progress of the flight.
(c) improper adjustment of equipment and controls.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains cockpit management from an instructional standpoint.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-22 C. TASK: ENGINE STARTING (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 91-13, AC 91-55; FAA -S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA- Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of engine starting, as applicable to the airplane used for the practical test by describing -
(a) safety precautions related to starting.
(b) use of external power.
(c) effect of atmospheric conditions on starting.
(d) importance of following the appropriate checklist.
(e) adjustment of engine controls during start.
(f) prevention of airplane movement during and after start.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to engine starting by describing -
(a) failure to use or the improper use of the checklist.
(b) excessively high RPM after starting.
(c) improper preheat of the engine during severe cold weather conditions.
(d) failure to assure proper clearance of the propellers.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains engine starting from an instructional standpoint.
1-23 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A D. TASK: TAXIING - LANDPLANE (AMEL) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of landplane taxiing by describing -
(a) proper brake check and correct use of brakes.
(b) compliance with airport surface marking, signals, and clearances.
(c) how to control direction and speed.
(d) control positioning for various wind conditions.
(e) techniques used to avoid other aircraft and hazards.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledg e of common errors related to landplane taxiing by describing -
(a) improper use of brakes.
(b) improper positioning of the flight controls for various wind conditions.
(c) hazards of taxiing too fast.
(d) failure to comply with markings, signals, or clearances.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains landplane taxiing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to landplane taxiing.