Airman Certification Standards
ACS PH.VIII.G
Antitorque System Failure
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
Knowledge
K1
Elements related to antitorque system failure by describing:
K1a
a. Indications of an antitorque system failure(s)
K1b
b. Differences between complete loss of antitorque and mechanical flight control failures
K1c
c. RFM procedures for antitorque system(s) failure
K2
Wind conditions that favor a landing with an antitorque failure.
Risk Management
R1
Preflight inspection of the antitorque system.
R2
Antitorque failure(s) for the aircraft supplied for the practical test.
R3
Use of antitorque failure procedures.
Skill
S1
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