Private Pilot for Powered-Lift CategoryFAA-S-ACS-13
Area of Operation XIII
Postflight Procedures
1 Task
Task A After Landing, Parking, and Securing
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 after landing, parking, and securing procedures.
Knowledge
Parking, shutdown, securing, and postflight inspection.
Documenting in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
Risk Management
Activities and distractions.
Airport/heliport specific security procedures.
Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.
Skills
Minimize any hazardous effects of thrust/downwash during hover, if applicable.
Park in an appropriate area, considering the safety of nearby persons and property.
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
Secure the aircraft.