Revision: 10/2018
Syllabus: S-BF1-W1.00-080123-002-01
1. Background – Loss of control, particularly while maneuvering, is the most frequent precursor to General Aviation fatal accidents. This and other WINGS Flight Activities will reinforce a strong foundation of aircraft control in visual meteorological conditions.
In this Activity the airman and instructor will discuss and airman will demonstrate takeoffs and departure climbs; traffic pattern procedures, approach descents and landings, and go-arounds under normal conditions, and under conditions which require maximum performance. A thorough knowledge of takeoff, landing and go-around principles, both in theory and practice, will often prove of extreme value throughout a pilot’s career. It will often prevent an attempted takeoff or landing that would result in an accident, or during an emergency, make possible a takeoff or landing under critical conditions when a pilot with a less well rounded knowledge and technique would fail. The takeoff / climb, approach / landing, and go-arounds - though relatively simple, often presents the most hazards of any part of a flight. The importance of thorough knowledge and faultless technique and judgment cannot be overemphasized.
2. Objective – To develop, review, or improve the airman’s knowledge, airmanship and understanding the importance of maintaining positive aircraft control during takeoff, landing, and go-arounds; with emphasis on improving aeronautical decision making and using knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with preparing for safe flight accounting for pilot, aircraft, environment, and external factors.
3. Sequence:
- Preflight – a discussion between the airman and instructor must take place that covers the type of aircraft used for this flight activity to include, but not limited to, aircraft performance expectations using the manufacturer’s recommended procedures, including airplane configuration and airspeeds, emergency procedures, and other information relevant to takeoffs, landings and go-arounds using the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual and/or Pilot’s Operating Handbook (AFM/POH) for that aircraft.. The airman must understand the recommended operating procedures, performance capabilities and approved limitations of the aircraft being used for the flight activity. Additionally, the discussion will include traffic pattern procedures, procedures and key elements for normal and crosswind takeoff and climb, normal and crosswind approach and landing, short-field approach and landing, go-around / rejected landing, and the scenario for the flight. The airman and instructor will brief aircraft status, flight/practice area as applicable, that the airman is PIC unless otherwise agreed, transfer of controls, emergency procedures and risk management.
- Flight – must include selected tasks from the Takeoffs, Landings, and Go-Arounds Area of Operation as described in the appropriate Airman Certification Standard (ACS) or Practical Test Standards (PTS) listed below in the topic(s) determined to be the primary accident causal factor for a particular category and class of aircraft. While Takeoffs, Landings, and Go-Arounds are the primary Area of Operation, other Areas of Operations such as Preflight Preparations, Airport Operations, etc., are also a significant part of this Activity.
- Post Flight – Review the elements of the flight scenario and the scenario outcome, compare the airman’s performance to the completion standards, independently evaluate the tasks in the scenario and discuss and compare each of your opinions of the results of the tasks and the activity. Make recommendations for further training as required, and validate WINGS Basic Flight Activity completion.
4. Standards:
- To ensure the applicant possesses the knowledge, ability to manage risks, and skill consistent with the privileges of the certificate or rating being exercised, in order to act as Pilot-in- command (PIC).
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NOTE: Use of Flight Simulator Training Devices
Airmen may use an FAA-qualified and approved flight simulator or flight training device to complete certain flight task requirements when authorized by the applicable Airman Certification Standards (ACS) or Practical Test Standards (PTS).
14 CFR part 61, section 61.4, Qualification and approval of flight simulators and flight training devices, states in paragraph (a) that each full flight simulator (FFS) and flight training device (FTD) used for training, and for which an airman is to receive credit to satisfy any training, testing, or checking requirement under this chapter, must be qualified and approved by the Administrator.
Advisory Circular (AC) 61-136A, FAA Approval of Aviation Training Devices and Their Use for Training and Experience, provides information and guidance for the required function, performance, and effective use of ATDs for pilot training and aeronautical experience (including instrument currency).
It is recommended that applicants who intend to take credit for time in a BATD or an AATD towards the aeronautical experience requirements for the private pilot certificate obtain a copy of the LOA for each device used so they have a record for how much credit may be taken.
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Principal ACS/PTS Areas of Operations for this syllabus:
SPORT PILOT - AIRPLANE – ASEL – PTS
1. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
- Certificates and Documents
- Airworthiness Requirements
- Weather Information
- Cross-Country Flight Planning )
- National Airspace System
- Operation of Systems
- Aeromedical Factors
- Performance and Limitations
- Principles of Flight
2. PREFLIGHT PROCEDURES
- Preflight Inspection
- Cockpit Management
- Engine Starting
- Taxiing
- Before Takeoff Check
3. AIRPORT AND SEAPLANE BASE OPERATIONS
- Radio Communications
- Traffic Patterns
- Airport, Runway, and Taxiway Signs, Markings and Lighting
4. TAKEOFFS, LANDINGS, AND GO-AROUNDS
- Normal and Crosswind Takeoff and Climb
- Normal and Crosswind Approach and Landing
- Soft-Field Takeoff and Climb
- Soft-Field Approach and Landing
- Short-Field Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb
- Short-Field Approach and Landing
- ?Forward Slip to a Landing
- Go-Around/Rejected Landing
5. N/A
6. N/A
7. N/A
8. N/A
9. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
- Emergency Approach and Landing (Simulated)
- Systems and Equipment Malfunctions
- Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear
10. POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES
- After Landing, Parking, and Securing
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