Airline Transport Pilot and Type Rating for Powered-Lift CategoryFAA-S-ACS-17
Area of Operation III
Takeoff and Departure Phase
4 Tasks
Task A Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover
References
AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; Flight Manual
Objective
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with normal takeoff and climb from a hover.
Note
See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Note
If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements must be evaluated through oral testing.
Knowledge
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
Recommended takeoff and climb profiles.
Aircraft configuration.
Factors affecting the profile of the height/velocity (H/V) diagram.
Risk Management
Selection of helipad/deck, runway, or departure point based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
Effects of:
a. Crosswind
b. Windshear
c. Tailwind
d. Wake turbulence
e. Runway/departure point surface/condition
f. Aircraft weight
Abnormal operations including:
a. Rejected takeoff
b. Powerplant failure in hover/takeoff/climb phase of flight
Collision hazards.
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Make radio calls as appropriate.
Verify assigned/correct runway, if at an airport.
Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
Position the flight controls and configure the aircraft for the existing wind conditions.
Clear the area, ground or hover taxi into takeoff position, and hover the aircraft above the departure point, aligned with the departure path.
Confirm takeoff power and instrument indications prior to forward movement.
Takeoff and accelerate to the manufacturer’s recommended speed.
After takeoff, establish and maintain a positive rate of climb and configure aircraft, as appropriate.
Maintain the aircraft within operating limits throughout the maneuver.
Maintain VY ±5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable.
Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable.
Task B Rolling Takeoff and Climb
References
FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; Flight Manual
Objective
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with rolling takeoff with wheel-type landing gear.
Note
See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Note
If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements must be evaluated through oral testing.
Knowledge
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, temperature and altitude, on takeoff and climb performance and the H/V diagram.
Aircraft performance and limitations.
Appropriate aircraft configuration and power setting for takeoff and climb.
Translational lift.
Runway markings and lighting.
Risk Management
Selection of a runway, or runway intersection, aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, wind, and takeoff and landing distance.
Effects of.
a. Crosswind
b. Windshear
c. Tailwind
d. Wake turbulence
e. Runway/departure point surface/condition
f. Aircraft weight
Abnormal operations, including planning for:
a. Rejected takeoff
b. Powerplant failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
Aircraft configuration.
Collision hazards.
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Make radio calls as appropriate.
Verify assigned/correct runway or takeoff path.
Configure the aircraft correctly for takeoff, regarding environmental conditions and aircraft loading.
Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, and align the aircraft on the runway centerline or takeoff path.
Maintain centerline and coordinated flight control inputs during the takeoff roll.
Confirm takeoff power, proper powerplant(s), and flight instrument indications prior to lift-off.
Lift off at the recommended airspeed and make callouts as appropriate.
Transition to recommended climb airspeed ±5 knots.
Maintain flight path and continue climb to the appropriate altitude at the recommended airspeed and configuration.
Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.
Task C Rejected Takeoff
References
FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; Flight Manual
Objective
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with a rejected takeoff.
Note
See Appendix 2: Safety of Flight and Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Knowledge
Conditions and situations that could warrant a rejected takeoff (e.g., takeoff warning systems, powerplant failure, other systems warning/failure).
Techniques and procedure for accomplishing a rejected takeoff.
Safety considerations following a rejected takeoff.
Performance data and the height velocity (H/V) diagram.
Relevant V-speeds for a rejected takeoff.
Risk Management
Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
A powerplant failure or other malfunction during takeoff.
Directional control following a rejected takeoff.
A rejected takeoff with inadequate stopping distance.
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
Conduct a rejected takeoff based on the scenario presented by the evaluator.
Safely stop the aircraft.
Maintain positive aircraft control throughout the maneuver.
Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate procedures, checklist(s), and radio calls following a rejected takeoff in a timely manner.
Task D Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb
References
AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; Flight Manual
Objective
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with maximum performance takeoff and climb.
Note
See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Knowledge
Situations where this maneuver is appropriate.
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and temperature, on takeoff and climb performance.
Appropriate aircraft configuration, takeoff, and climb profiles.
Factors affecting the profile of the height/velocity (H/V) diagram.
Risk Management
Selection of takeoff path based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
Effects of:
a. Crosswind
b. Windshear
c. Tailwind
d. Low level turbulence
e. Surface conditions
Abnormal operations including:
a. Rejected takeoff
b. Powerplant failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
Collision hazards.
Low altitude maneuvering, including controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Make radio calls as appropriate.
Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
Position the flight controls and configure the aircraft for the existing wind conditions.
Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, utilizing maximum available takeoff area and align the aircraft on the takeoff path.
Confirm takeoff power and proper powerplant and flight instrument indications prior to takeoff.
Establish and maintain the most efficient lift-off attitude/configuration for obstacle clearance.
Maintain the recommended airspeed and aircraft configuration until the obstacle is cleared.
After clearing the obstacle, establish pitch attitude and aircraft configuration for VY and accelerate to and maintain VY ±5 knots during the climb.
Reconfigure the aircraft after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with the aircraft manufacturer's guidance.
Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
Comply with noise abatement procedures.
Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate.