Airman Certification Standards
ACS CA.VII.E
Spin Awareness
Knowledge
Aerodynamics associated with spins in various airplane configurations, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, airplane weight and center of gravity, airplane attitude, and yaw effects.
What causes a spin and how to identify the entry, incipient, and developed phases of a spin.
Spin recovery procedure.
Risk Management
Factors and situations that could lead to inadvertent spin and loss of control.
Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.).
Spin recovery procedure.
Effect of environmental elements on airplane performance related to spins (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high-density altitude).
Collision hazards.
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. [Intentionally left blank]. 50
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