I. AREA OF OPERATION: PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
A. TASK: CERTIFICATES AND DOCUMENTS
REFERENCES: FAR Parts 43, 61, 67, 91; AC 61-23; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to certificates and documents by explaining—
a.
pilot certificate privileges and limitations.
b.
medical certificate class and duration.
c.
pilot logbook or flight records.
2. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to certificates and documents by locating and explaining—
a.
airworthiness and registration certificates.
b.
operating limitations, placards, and instrument markings.
c.
weight and balance data and equipment list.
d.
airworthiness directives, compliance records, maintenance requirements, and appropriate records.
B. TASK: WEATHER INFORMATION
REFERENCES: AC 00-6, AC 00-45, AC 61-23, AC 61-84; AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to weather information from various sources with emphasis on—
a.
PIREP's.
b.
SIGMET's and AIRMET's.
c.
wind shear reports.
d.
use of weather reports and forecasts.
2. Makes a competent “go/no-go” decision based on available weather information.
C. TASK: CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHT PLANNING
REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23, AC 61-84; Navigation Charts; Airport/Facility Directory; NOTAMS; AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1.
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to cross-country flight planning by presenting and explaining a pre-planned VFR cross-country flight, as previously assigned by the examiner. The flight plan shall be to the first fuel stop necessary, based on maximum allowable passenger, baggage, and/or cargo loads using real-time weather.
2.
Uses appropriate and current aeronautical charts.
3 Properly identifies airspace, obstacles, and terrain features, including discussion of wire strike avoidance techniques.
4.
Selects easily identifiable en route checkpoints.
5.
Selects the most favorable altitudes, considering weather conditions and equipment capabilities.
6.
Computes headings, flight time, and fuel requirements.
7.
Selects appropriate navigation systems/facilities and communication frequencies.
8.
Extracts and applies pertinent information from NOTAM’s, Airport/Facility Directory, and other flight publications.
9.
Completes a navigation log and simulates filing a VFR flight plan.
D. TASK: NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM
REFERENCES: FAR Part 91; AIM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the National Airspace System by explaining:
1.
Basic VFR Weather Minimums – for all classes of airspace.
2.
Airspace classes – their boundaries, pilot certification, and gyroplane equipment requirements for the following—
a.
Class A.
b.
Class B.
c.
Class C.
d.
Class D.
e.
Class E.
f.
Class G.
3.
Special use airspace and other airspace areas.
E. TASK: PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS
REFERENCES: AC 61-84, AC 91-23; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1.
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to performance and limitations by explaining the use of charts, tables, and data to determine performance and the adverse effects of exceeding limitations.
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