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Flight Test Items - 6. Arrival

Aim

To determine the candidate’s ability to comply with arrival procedures, as cleared.

Description

The candidate will complete the arrival procedures, as cleared, in accordance with the Instrument Flight Rules. The candidate will control the aeroplane solely with reference to flight instruments.

Performance Criteria

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

  1. select and use the appropriate communications frequencies;
       
  2. select and identify the navigation aids associated with the proposed arrival phase;
       
  3. perform the aircraft checklist items relative to the phase of flight;
     
  4. intercept, in a timely manner, all tracks, radials, and bearings appropriate to the procedure, route or clearance;
       
  5. adhere to the arrival procedures;
       
  6. maintain proper aircraft control and flight within recommended configurations and operational limitations;
       
  7. maintain assigned headings (±10 degrees);
       
  8. maintain assigned tracks and bearings (±10 degrees); and
       
  9. descend to and maintain assigned altitudes (±100 feet).
Date modified:
2011-02-24