FAA-S-8081-221-5 C. TASK: PREFLIGHT INSPECTION REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to preflight inspection, including which items must be inspected, for what reasons, and how to detect possible defects.
2. Inspects the glider using the appropriate checklist.
3. Verifies the glider is in condition for safe flight, notes any discrepancies, and determines if maintenance is required.
4. Inspects the launch equipment, including towline, tow hitches, weak links, and release mechanism.
D. TASK: COCKPIT MANAGEMENT REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to cockpit management procedures.
2. Organizes and arranges material and equipment in a manner making items readily available.
3. Briefs passengers on the use of safety belts, shoulder harnesses, and emergency procedures.
4. Utilizes all appropriate checklists.
E. TASK: VISUAL SIGNALS REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to aero tow or ground tow visual signals, as appropriate.
2. Uses, interprets, and responds to prelaunch, launch, airborne, and emergency signals, as appropriate.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-6 III. AREA OF OPERATION: AIRPORT AND GLIDERPORT
OPERATIONS
A. TASK: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS NOTE: If radio communications are impractical, competency may be determined by oral testing.
REFERENCE: AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to radio communications, radio failure, and ATC light signals.
2. Selects appropriate frequencies for facilities to be used.
3. Transmits using recommended phraseology.
4. Acknowledges radio communications and complies with instructions.
5. Uses appropriate procedures for simulated radio communications failure.
6. Interprets and complies with ATC light signals.
B. TASK: TRAFFIC PATTERNS REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; AC 90-66; Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to traffic pattern procedures for gliders.
2. Follows established traffic pattern procedures.
3. Maintains awareness of other traffic in pattern.
4. Maintains proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary.
5. Crosses designated points at appropriate altitudes, unless conditions make such action impractical.
6. Selects touchdown and stop points.
7. Adjusts glidepath and track promptly to compe nsate for unexpected lift, sink, or changes in wind velocity.
8. Makes smooth, coordinated turns with a bank angle not to exceed 45° when turning final approach.
9. Adjusts flaps, spoilers, or dive brakes, as appropriate.
10. Recognizes and makes appropriate corrections for the effect of wind.
11. Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable.
FAA-S-8081-221-7 C. TASK: AIRPORT, RUNWAY, AND TAXIWAY SIGNS,
MARKINGS, AND LIGHTING REFERENCES: AC 61-23; AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to airport, runway, and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting.
2. Identifies, interprets, and complies with appropriate airport, runway, and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-8 IV. AREA OF OPERATION: LAUNCHES AND LANDINGS NOTE: Examiner shall select kind of launch based on the applicant’s qualifications.
AERO TOW A. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check, including the reasons for checking the items, and how to detect malfunctions.
2. Establishes a course of action with crewmembers, including signals, speeds, wind, and emergency procedures.
3. Ensures that the glider is in safe operating condition.
4. Checks towline hookup and release mechanism, using the appropriate hook for the type of launch conducted.
5. Ensures no conflict with traffic prior to takeoff.
6. Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable.
B. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF NOTE: If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements shall be evaluated through oral testing.
REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind takeoff, including configurations and tow positions.
2. Uses proper signals for takeoff.
3. Lifts off at an appropriate airspeed.
4. Maintains proper position until towplane lifts off.
5. Maintains directional control and proper wind-drift correction thoughout the takeoff.
6. Maintains proper alignment with the towplane.
FAA-S-8081-221-9 C. TASK: MAINTAINING TOW POSITIONS REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to high-tow (slightly above the wake) and low-tow (slightly below the wake) positions during various phases of aero tow.
2. Makes smooth and correct control applications to maintain vertical and lateral positions during high and low tow.
3. Transitions from high- to low-tow position through the wake while maintaining positive control.
4. Maintains proper tow position during turns.
D. TASK: SLACK LINE REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the causes, hazards, and corrections related to slack line.
2. Recognizes slack line and applies immediate, positive, and smooth corrective action to eliminate slack line in various situations.
E. TASK: BOXING THE WAKE REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to boxing the wake (maneuvering around the wake).
2. Maneuvers the glider, while on tow, slightly outside the towplane’s wake in a rectangular, box-like pattern.
3. Maintains proper control and coordination.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-10 F. TASK: TOW RELEASE REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to tow release, including related safety factors.
2. Maintains high-tow position with normal towline tension.
3. Clears the area before releasing the towline.
4. Releases the towline and confirms release by observing the towline.
5. Makes level or climbing turn.
G. TASK: ABNORMAL OCCURRENCES REFERENCE: Soaring Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to aero tow abnormal occurrences, for various situations, such as—
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.
2. Demonstrates simulated aero tow abnormal occurrences as required by the examiner.
FAA-S-8081-221-11
GROUND TOW (AUTO OR WINCH) H. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check, including the reasons for checking the items, and how to detect malfunctions.
2. Establishes a course of action with crewmembers, including signals, speeds, wind direction, and emergency procedures.
3. Ensures glider is in safe operating condition.
4. Checks towline hookup and release mechanism, using the appropriate hook for the type of launch conducted.
5. Ensures no conflict with traffic prior to takeoff.
6. Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable.
I. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF NOTE: If a cros swind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements shall be evaluated through oral testing.
REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind takeoff, including related safety factors.
2. Uses proper signals for takeoff.
3. Maintains directional control during launch.
4. Lifts off at the proper airspeed.
5. Establishes proper initial climb pitch attitude.
6. Takes prompt action to correct high speed, low speed, or porpoising.
7. Maintains proper ground track during climb.
8. Releases in proper manner and confirms release.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-12 J. TASK: ABNORMAL OCCURRENCES REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to ground tow abnormal occurrences for various situations, such as—
a. overrunning the towline.
b. towline break.
c. inability to release towline.
d. over- and under-speeding.
e. porpoising.
2. Demonstrates simulated ground tow abnormal occurrences, as required by the examiner.
FAA-S-8081-221-13
SELF-LAUNCH K. TASK: ENGINE STARTING REFERENCE: Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to engine starting, including various atmospheric conditions, and awareness of other persons and property during start.
2. Accomplishes recommended starting procedures.
3. Completes appropriate checklists.
L. TASK: TAXIING REFERENCE: Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to taxiing, including the effect of wind during taxiing and appropriate control positions.
2. Performs a brake check immediately after the glider begins moving.
3. Positions flight controls properly, considering the wind.
4. Controls direction and speed without excessive use of brakes.
5. Avoids other aircraft and hazards.
6. Complies with signals.
M. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK REFERENCE: Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check, including the reason for checking each item and to detect malfunctions.
2. Positions the glider properly considering other aircraft, wind, and surface conditions.
3. Ensures engine temperatures and pressures are suitable for run-up and takeoff.
4. Accomplishes before takeoff checks and ensures the glider is in safe operating condition.
5. Reviews airspeeds, takeoff distance, and emergency procedures.
6. Completes appropriate checklists.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-14 N. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF AND CLIMB NOTE: If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements shall be evaluated through oral testing.
REFERENCE: Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind takeoff and climb.
2. Positions flight controls for existing wind conditions.
3. Clears the area, taxies into takeoff position, and aligns the glider for departure.
4. Advances throttle smoothly to takeoff power.
5. Rotates at recommended airspeed, and accelerates to appropriate climb speed, +10/-5 knots.
6. Maintains takeoff power to a safe maneuvering altitude, then sets climb power.
7. Completes appropriate checklists.
O. TASK: ENGINE SHUTDOWN IN FLIGHT REFERENCE: Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to engine shutdown procedures in flight.
2. Sets power for proper engine cooling.
3. Establishes appropriate airspeed.
4. Sets electrical equipment.
5. Shuts down engine.
6. Feathers or positions propeller and stows, as applicable.
7. Selects proper static source, if applicable.
8. Completes appropriate checklists.
FAA-S-8081-221-15 P. TASK: ABNORMAL OCCURRENCES REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to self-launch abnormal occurrences, for various situations, such as—
a. partial, complete power failure, and failure to gain restart.
b. fire or smoke.
c. electrical system malfunction.
d. low fuel pressure.
e. low oil pressure.
f. engine overheat.
g. canopy opening in flight.
h. engine restart in flight.
2. Demonstrates simulated self-launch abnormal occurrences, as required by the examiner.
FAA-S-8081-22 1-16
LANDINGS Q. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND LANDING NOTE: If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements shall be evaluated through oral testing.
REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind approach and landing procedures.
2. Adjusts flaps, spoilers, or dive brakes, as appropriate.
3. Maintains recommended approach airspeed, +10/-5 knots.
4. Maintains crosswind correction and directional control throughout the approach and landing.
5. Makes smooth, timely, and positive control application during the roundout and touchdown.
6. Touches down smoothly within the designated landing area, with no appreciable drift, and with the longitudinal axis aligned with the desired landing path, stopping short of and within 200 feet (120 meters) of a designated point.
7. Maintains control during the after-landing roll.
8. Completes appropriate checklists.
R. TASK: SLIPS TO LANDING REFERENCES: Soaring Flight Manual, Glider Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to forward, side, and turning slips to landing, with and without the use of drag devices.
2. Recognizes the situation where a slip should be used to land in a desired area.
3. Establishes a slip without the use of drag devices.
4. Maintains the desired ground track.
5. Maintains proper approach attitude.
6. Makes smooth, proper, and positive control applications during recovery from the slip.
7. Touches down smoothly within the designated landing area.