Airman Certification Standards
ACS PH.VIII.K
Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
Knowledge
K1
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) operations, limitations, and testing requirements. 48
K2
Fire extinguisher operations and limitations.
K3
Emergency equipment and survival gear needed for:
K3a
a. Climate extremes (hot/cold)
K3b
b. Mountainous terrain
K3c
c. Overwater operations
Risk Management
R1
Survival gear (water, clothing, shelter) for 48 to 72 hours.
Skill
S1
Identify appropriate equipment and personal gear.
S2
Brief passengers on proper use of on-board emergency equipment and survival gear. 49
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