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Flight Test Exercises - Ex. 21 - Precautionary Landing

Aim

To determine the candidate’s ability to carry out the procedure for evaluating an unfamiliar aerodrome or a landing area where the suitability of the landing surface is unknown.

Description

The examiner will outline a scenario requiring a landing.  Scenarios may include a landing at an aerodrome of unknown condition or an off-field landing due to a deteriorating condition.  The candidate must select a suitable landing area, determine the landing path and use a planned procedure to fly an accurate approach.  While an actual landing may not be required, the approach flown should be such that a successful landing could have been accomplished in the pre-selected touchdown zone.

Performance Criteria

Assessment will be based on the candidate’s ability to:

  1. select a suitable airstrip or other area on which a safe landing could be made;
  2. comply with circuit procedures at an aerodrome;
  3. make appropriate radio calls (simulated or actual);
  4. evaluate the wind conditions, landing surface and obstructions;
  5. select the most suitable touchdown zone;
  6. establish the circuit at an appropriate distance from the airstrip/landing area;
  7. remain oriented with the airstrip/landing area in use;
  8. perform an effective passenger safety review for landing;
  9. establish the recommended configuration for the precautionary approach while in straight and level flight;
  10. execute a stabilized approach for the low-level inspection at the recommended airspeed (+10/–5 knots);
  11. overfly the landing area in stabilized level flight at a safe height and airspeed that will permit an effective assessment of surface conditions;
  12. determine the suitability of the intended landing surface;
  13. indicate the type of landing to be used and perform a final approach in a manner that would permit touch down within the selected touchdown zone;
  14. maintain crosswind correction and directional control throughout the approaches and the landing;
  15. complete appropriate checks.

Note:  The candidate must communicate the intended height for the low-level inspection and explain the operational necessity for any variation from recommended speeds, e.g. gusty or crosswind conditions.

Date modified:
2010-05-20