FAA-S-8081-8A 1-14 D. TASK: COCKPIT MANAGEMENT REFERENCES: AC 60-14; 14 CFR part 91; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23; Glider 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 cockpit items, such as safety belts, shoulder harnesses, rudder pedals, seats, and parachutes.
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 emergency procedures, and use of safety belts and shoulder harnesses.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains cockpit management from an instructional standpoint.
FAA-S-8081-8A1-15 E. TASK: VISUAL SIGNALS NOTE: The applicant’s competence with regard to emergency signals may be evaluated through oral testing.
REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to visual signals by describing the—
a. pre-launch signals, including purpose of and proper response to each.
b. launch signals, including purpose of and proper response to each.
c. airborne signals, including purpose of and proper response to each.
d. emergency signals, including purpose of and proper response to each.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to visual signals by describing the—
a. improper transmission of pre-launch and launch signals to crewmembers.
b. improper response to launch signals.
c. improper transmission of airborne signals to tow pilot.
d. improper response to airborne signals from tow pilot.
e. improper transmission of, or response to, airborne emergency signals.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains visual signals from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to visual signals.
FAA-S-8081-8A 1-16 VI. AREA OF OPERATION: AIRPORT AND GLIDERPORT
OPERATIONS NOTE: The examiner shall select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS REFERENCES: AC 61-23; AIM; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of radio communications 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 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-8081-8A1-17 B. TASK: TRAFFIC PATTERNS REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 90-66; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23; Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to traffic patterns by describing—
a. segments (or legs) and procedures applicable to flying a normal glider traffic pattern.
b. importance of pilot awareness of co-existing traffic patterns/runways, use of proper visual scanning technique, and maintenance of spacing on other aircraft.
c. completion of pre-landing checklist.
d. appropriate airspeed and proper technique for wind drift correction.
e. selection of touchdown and stop points.
f. appropriate corrections and compensations for lift and sink areas.
g. considerations for wind shear.
h. proper planning and use of flaps, spoilers, and/or dive brakes.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to traffic patterns by describing—
a. failure to scan properly and have appropriate spacing.
b. poorly planned entry leg.
c. improper correction for wind drift.
d. rough or uncoordinated control technique.
e. poor judgment in the selection of touchdown and stop points.
f. failure to maintain appropriate airspeed.
g. failure to apply needed corrections at various points in the pattern.
h. hazards of a low base leg and a low uncoordinated turn to final.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains traffic patterns from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to traffic patterns.
FAA-S-8081-8A 1-18 C. TASK: AIRPORT, RUNWAY, AND TAXIWAY SIGNS,
MARKINGS, AND LIGHTING REFERENCES: AIM; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of airport, runway, and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting by describing:
1. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway signs, and markings.
2. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway lighting.
FAA-S-8081-8A1-19 VlI. AREA OF OPERATION: LAUNCHES AND LANDINGS NOTE: Examiner shall select kind of launch based on the applicant’s qualifications.
AERO TOW NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check by describing—
a. reason for performing each checklist item.
b. establishment, with crewmembers, of a proper course of action, including visual signals, speeds, wind, and emergency procedures.
c. proper procedure for setting altimeter, checking and adjusting controls, and closing and securing canopy(ies).
d. use of the appropriate hitch for the type of launch to be conducted.
e. proper procedure for checking towline hookup and release mechanism.
f. importance of reviewing takeoff emergency procedures.
g. method used for ensuring adequate clearance from other traffic.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to the before takeoff check by describing—
a. omission or improper accomplishment of essential items.
b. failure to use proper visual signals.
c. failure to check or properly adjust controls.
d. failure to follow proper procedure for checking towline hookup and release mechanism.
e. hazards of failing to review takeoff emergency procedures.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains the before takeoff check from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to the before takeoff check.
FAA-S-8081-8A 1-20 B. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to a normal and crosswind takeoff by describing—
a. glider configuration and positioning on the runway.
b. initial positioning of controls.
c. use of proper pre-launch and launch visual signals.
d. directional control during takeoff roll.
e. crosswind control technique.
f. proper lift-off attitude, maintenance of alignment with the towplane, and climbout technique.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a normal and crosswind takeoff by describing—
a. improper glider configuration.
b. improper initial positioning of flight controls.
c. use of improper visual signals.
d. failure to maintain alignment behind towplane before towplane becomes airborne.
e. improper position relative to towplane during liftoff.
f. improper glider position, in crosswind, after towplane becomes airborne.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a normal or crosswind takeoff from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to a normal or crosswind takeoff.
FAA-S-8081-8A1-21 C. TASK: MAINTAINING TOW POSITIONS REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to maintaining tow positions by describing—
a. high tow and low tow, including purpose, recognition, and control technique for each.
b. wake turbulence associated with towplane.
c. proper technique for transitioning between high-tow and low-tow positions.
d. proper technique for performing turns on tow.
e. over-control and under-control while on tow.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to maintaining tow positions by describing—
a. faulty technique with regard to proper vertical and later al positions during high tow and low tow.
b. faulty technique during transition between high tow and low tow.
c. inadvertent entry into towplane wake turbulence.
d. initiation of a turn too early or at an angle of bank greater than that of the towplane.
e. initiation of a turn too late or at an angle of bank less than that of the towplane.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains maintaining tow positions from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to maintaining tow positions.
D. TASK: SLACK LINE REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to slack line by describing—
a. situations that lead to development of slack line.
b. hazards of slack line.
c. techniques which can be used to correct slack line in various situations.
FAA-S-8081-8A 1-22
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to slack line by describing—
a. failure to tak e corrective action at the first indication of slack line development.
b. use of an improper technique to correct slack line.
c. a faulty corrective technique which can result in excessive stress on towline, weak link, and glider structure.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains slack line from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to slack line.
E. TASK: BOXING THE WAKE REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to boxing the wake by describing—
a. performance of a rectangular pattern that keeps glider slightly outside the wake.
b. proper control technique and coordination.
c. importance of maintaining a taut towline.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to boxing the wake by describing—
a. performance of an excessively large rectangle (moving too far from the wake).
b. inappropriate control coordination and technique.
c. abrupt or rapid changes of position.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains boxing the wake from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to boxing the wake.
FAA-S-8081-8A1-23 F. TASK: TOW RELEASE REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to tow release by describing—
a. why release should be accomplished with normal t ension on towline.
b. advisability of ensuring that area is clear of other aircraft prior to release.
c. clearing turn which should be made by glider and towplane immediately after release.
d. situations when an immediate release should be accomplished.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to tow release by describing—
a. lack of tension on the towline.
b. failure to clear area prior to release.
c. failure to make proper turn after release.
d. release in close proximity to aircraft other than towplane.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains tow release from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to tow release.
G. TASK: ABNORMAL OCCURRENCES REFERENCES: AC-60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of elements related to abnormal occurrences by describing:
1. Why glider pilot and towplane pilot should agree on a course of action prior to flight.
2. Proper glider pilot response in the event of—
a. towplane power loss during takeoff.
b. towline break.
c. towplane power failure at altitude.
d. glider release failure.
e. glider and towplane release failure.
FAA-S-8081-8A 1-24
GROUND TOW (AUTO OR WINCH) NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
H. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check by describing—
a. reason for performing each checklist item.
b. establishment, with crewmembers, of a proper course of action, including visual signals, speeds, wind, and emergency procedures.
c. proper procedure for setting altimeter, checking and adjusting controls, and closing and securing canopy(ies).
d. use of the appropriate hitch for the type of launch to be conducted.
e. proper procedure for checking towline hookup and release mechanism.
f. importance of reviewing takeoff emergency procedures.
g. method used for ensuring adequate clearance from other traffic.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to the before takeoff check by describing—
a. omission or improper accomplishment of essential items.
b. failure to use proper visual signals.
c. failure to check or properly adjust controls.
d. failure to follow the proper procedure for checking the towline hookup and release mechanism.
e. hazards of failure to review takeoff emergen cy procedures.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains the before takeoff check from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to the before takeoff check.
FAA-S-8081-8A1-25 I. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF REFERENCES: AC 60-14; FAA-S-8081-22, FAA-S-8081-23;
Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements related to a normal and crosswind takeoff by describing—
a. proper calculation of launch airspeed.
b. glider configuration and positioning on the runway.
c. initial positioning of controls.
d. use of proper pre-launch and launch visual signals.
e. directional control during takeoff roll.
f. crosswind control technique.
g. pitch attitude and groundtrack during climb.
h. proper technique for making adjustments of airspeed and for porpoising.
i. proper towline release technique.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a normal and crosswind takeoff by describing—
a. improper glider configuration.
b. improper initial positioning of flight controls.
c. use of improper visual signals.
d. improper crosswind technique.
e. improper climb profile.
f. faulty corrective action for adjustment of airspeed and porpoising.
g. exceeding maximum launch airspeed.
h. improper towline release technique and timing.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a normal or a crosswind takeoff from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects common errors related to a normal or a crosswind takeoff.