Event Details and Registration

One of the most preventable accident chains, loss of engine power, is often described as sudden, yet accident data shows most events are preceded by warning signs. This seminar examines fuel and engine related accidents as decision making breakdowns rather than mechanical surprises.

Using NTSB cases and NASA ASRS reports the session highlights how subtle cues such as fuel imbalance, abnormal indications, and shrinking reserves are missed or rationalized. Pilots will learn practical ACS aligned habits for fuel planning in flight, engine trend awareness, and timely diversion decisions that significantly reduce preventable power loss accidents.

Please visit the Orlando Executive Airport FAASTeam Library web site:

 https://www.fsr-inc.org/FAAST/Seminar/Notice.aspx

From Colonial Drive turn south on Rickenbacker Dr. Continue through the Fairgreen St intersection to the end of Rickenbacker Dr. and into the parking lot. Park in any available designated spot. Walk east to the Airport Administration Building.

Orlando Executive Airport (ORL)
365 Rickenbacker Dr.
Orlando, FL 32802

For additional and background information, please visit the Orlando Executive Airport FAASTeam Library web site: https://www.fsr-inc.org/FAAST/Seminar/Notice.aspx

This seminar frames engine failures as a chain of pilot decisions that can often be interrupted early. Attendees will walk through real-world scenarios where earlier recognition of fuel state or engine trends changed the available options. Emphasis is placed on simple cockpit routines suitable for single pilot operations in both training and real-world Part 91 flying.

Relevant ACS Elements

• Private Pilot Airplane
  • Preflight Preparation - Fuel Requirements and Planning
  • Systems Knowledge - Fuel and Engine Systems
  • Risk Management & Aeronautical Decision Making
  • Emergency Operations & Engine Malfunctions
• Commercial Pilot Airplane
  • Advanced Systems - Knowledge and Performance
  • Operational Risk Management
  • Abnormal And Emergency Procedures

Teaching Points

• Fuel planning does not stop at engine start
• Small indication changes often precede major failures
• Diversion decisions are time critical not outcome based
• Normalization of deviance in fuel margins increases risk

Key Takeaways

• Practical methods to cross check fuel quantity flow and time
• Simple techniques for monitoring engine health trends
• Clear personal triggers for early diversion decisions
• Increased confidence in conservative decision making

FAA Advisory Circulars and Handbooks

• Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
  • Aircraft Systems
  • Aeronautical Decision Making and Risk Management
• Advisory Circular 61-98 Risk Management and Pilot Proficiency Guidance

Thanks to Lindsey Merced at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) for use of their Administrative Offices, to Senior FAASTeam Rep David Conrad for registration and handouts,to FAASTeam Rep and WINGSPro Eric Mason, M.D.,to FAASTeam Rep Steve Moore, to FAASTeam Rep and DRONEPro KC Sealock, to Obie Young, Florida Aviation Network, a FAASTeam Industry Member, and to John Tenney, FAASTeam Rep.