Private Pilot - Powered-Lift ACS Codes
All 1128 Private Pilot - Powered-Lift and their official FAA knowledge-area descriptions. These are the codes printed on your Airman Knowledge Test Report for questions you missed. Upload your report to get just your codes as a printable sheet.
| Code | Task | FAA knowledge area |
|---|---|---|
| PL.I.A.K1 | Pilot Qualifications | Certification requirements, recent flight experience, and recordkeeping. |
| PL.I.A.K2 | Pilot Qualifications | Privileges and limitations. |
| PL.I.A.K3 | Pilot Qualifications | Medical certificates: class, expiration, privileges, temporary disqualifications. |
| PL.I.A.K4 | Pilot Qualifications | Documents required to exercise private pilot privileges. |
| PL.I.A.K5 | Pilot Qualifications | Part 68 BasicMed privileges and limitations. |
| PL.I.A.R1 | Pilot Qualifications | Proficiency versus currency. |
| PL.I.A.R2 | Pilot Qualifications | Flying unfamiliar aircraft or operating with unfamiliar flight display systems and avionics. |
| PL.I.A.S1 | Pilot Qualifications | Apply requirements to act as pilot-in-command (PIC) under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) in a scenario given by the evaluator. |
| PL.I.B.K1 | Airworthiness Requirements | General airworthiness requirements and compliance for aircraft, including: |
| PL.I.B.K1a | Airworthiness Requirements | a. Location and expiration dates of required aircraft certificates |
| PL.I.B.K1b | Airworthiness Requirements | b. Required inspections and aircraft logbook documentation |
| PL.I.B.K1c | Airworthiness Requirements | c. Airworthiness Directives and Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins |
| PL.I.B.K1d | Airworthiness Requirements | d. Purpose and procedure for obtaining a special flight permit |
| PL.I.B.K1e | Airworthiness Requirements | e. Owner/Operator and pilot-in-command responsibilities |
| PL.I.B.K2 | Airworthiness Requirements | Pilot-performed preventive maintenance. |
| PL.I.B.K3 | Airworthiness Requirements | Equipment requirements for day and night VFR flight, including: |
| PL.I.B.K3a | Airworthiness Requirements | a. Flying with inoperative equipment |
| PL.I.B.K3b | Airworthiness Requirements | b. Using an approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL) |
| PL.I.B.K3c | Airworthiness Requirements | c. Kinds of Operation Equipment List (KOEL) |
| PL.I.B.K3d | Airworthiness Requirements | d. Required discrepancy records or placards |
| PL.I.B.K4 | Airworthiness Requirements | Standard and special airworthiness certificates and their associated operational limitations. |
| PL.I.B.R1 | Airworthiness Requirements | Inoperative equipment discovered prior to flight. |
| PL.I.B.S1 | Airworthiness Requirements | Locate and describe aircraft airworthiness and registration information. |
| PL.I.B.S2 | Airworthiness Requirements | Determine the aircraft is airworthy in the scenario given by the evaluator. |
| PL.I.B.S3 | Airworthiness Requirements | Apply appropriate procedures for operating with inoperative equipment in the scenario given by the evaluator. |
| PL.I.C.K1 | Weather Information | Sources of weather data (e.g., National Weather Service, Flight Service) for flight planning purposes. |
| PL.I.C.K2 | Weather Information | Acceptable weather products and resources required for preflight planning, current and forecast weather for departure, en route, and arrival phases of flight such as: |
| PL.I.C.K2a | Weather Information | a. Airport Observations (METAR and SPECI) and Pilot Observations (PIREP) |
| PL.I.C.K2b | Weather Information | b. Surface Analysis Chart, Ceiling and Visibility Chart (CVA) |
| PL.I.C.K2c | Weather Information | c. Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAF) |
| PL.I.C.K2d | Weather Information | d. Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFA) |
| PL.I.C.K2e | Weather Information | e. Wind and Temperature Aloft Forecast (FB) |
| PL.I.C.K2f | Weather Information | f. Convective Outlook (AC) |
| PL.I.C.K2g | Weather Information | g. Inflight Aviation Weather Advisories including Airmen's Meteorological Information (AIRMET), Significant Meteorological Information (SIGMET), and Convective SIGMET |
| PL.I.C.K3 | Weather Information | Meteorology applicable to the departure, en route, alternate, and destination under visual flight rules (VFR) in Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC), including expected climate and hazardous conditions such as: |
| PL.I.C.K3a | Weather Information | a. Atmospheric composition and stability |
| PL.I.C.K3b | Weather Information | b. Wind (e.g., windshear, mountain wave, factors affecting wind, etc.) |
| PL.I.C.K3c | Weather Information | c. Temperature and heat exchange |
| PL.I.C.K3d | Weather Information | d. Moisture/precipitation |
| PL.I.C.K3e | Weather Information | e. Weather system formation, including air masses and fronts |
| PL.I.C.K3f | Weather Information | f. Clouds |
| PL.I.C.K3g | Weather Information | g. Turbulence |
| PL.I.C.K3h | Weather Information | h. Thunderstorms and microbursts |
| PL.I.C.K3i | Weather Information | i. Icing and freezing level information |
| PL.I.C.K3j | Weather Information | j. Fog/mist |
| PL.I.C.K3k | Weather Information | k. Frost |
| PL.I.C.K3l | Weather Information | l. Obstructions to visibility (e.g., smoke, haze, volcanic ash, etc.) |
| PL.I.C.K4 | Weather Information | Flight deck instrument displays of digital weather and aeronautical information. |
| PL.I.C.R1 | Weather Information | Making the go/no-go and continue/divert decisions, including: |
| PL.I.C.R1a | Weather Information | a. Circumstances that would make diversion prudent |
| PL.I.C.R1b | Weather Information | b. Personal weather minimums |
| PL.I.C.R1c | Weather Information | c. Hazardous weather conditions, including known or forecast icing or turbulence aloft |
| PL.I.C.R2 | Weather Information | Use and limitations of: |
| PL.I.C.R2a | Weather Information | a. Installed onboard weather equipment |
| PL.I.C.R2b | Weather Information | b. Aviation weather reports and forecasts |
| PL.I.C.R2c | Weather Information | c. Inflight weather resources |
| PL.I.C.S1 | Weather Information | Use available aviation weather resources to obtain an adequate weather briefing. |
| PL.I.C.S2 | Weather Information | Analyze the implications of at least three of the conditions listed in K3a through K3l, using actual weather or weather conditions provided by the evaluator. |
| PL.I.C.S3 | Weather Information | Correlate weather information to make a go/no-go decision. |
| PL.I.D.K1 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Route planning, including consideration of different classes and special use airspace (SUA) and selection of appropriate and available navigation/communication systems and facilities. |
| PL.I.D.K1a | Cross-Country Flight Planning | a. Use of an electronic flight bag (EFB), if used |
| PL.I.D.K2 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Altitude selection accounting for terrain and obstacles, glide or autorotative distance of the aircraft, VFR cruising altitudes, and the effect of wind. |
| PL.I.D.K3 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Calculating: |
| PL.I.D.K3a | Cross-Country Flight Planning | a. Time, climb and descent rates, course, distance, heading, true airspeed, and groundspeed |
| PL.I.D.K3b | Cross-Country Flight Planning | b. Estimated time of arrival, including conversion to universal coordinated time (UTC) |
| PL.I.D.K3c | Cross-Country Flight Planning | c. Fuel requirements, including reserve |
| PL.I.D.K4 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Elements of a VFR flight plan. |
| PL.I.D.K5 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Procedures for filing, activating, and closing a VFR flight plan. |
| PL.I.D.K6 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Inflight intercept procedures. |
| PL.I.D.R1 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Pilot. |
| PL.I.D.R2 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Aircraft. |
| PL.I.D.R3 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Environment (e.g., weather, airports, airspace, terrain, obstacles, including wire strike hazards). |
| PL.I.D.R4 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | External pressures. |
| PL.I.D.R5 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Limitations of air traffic control (ATC) services. |
| PL.I.D.R6 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Fuel planning. |
| PL.I.D.R7 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Use of an electronic flight bag (EFB), if used. |
| PL.I.D.S1 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Prepare, present, and explain a cross-country flight plan assigned by the evaluator, including a risk analysis based on real-time weather, to the first fuel stop. |
| PL.I.D.S2 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Apply pertinent information from appropriate and current aeronautical charts, Chart Supplements; Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs) relative to airport/heliport/helipad/landing area, runway and taxiway closures; and other flight publications. |
| PL.I.D.S3 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Create a navigation log and prepare a VFR flight plan. |
| PL.I.D.S4 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Recalculate fuel reserves based on a scenario provided by the evaluator. |
| PL.I.D.S5 | Cross-Country Flight Planning | Use an electronic flight bag (EFB), if applicable. |
| PL.I.E.K1 | National Airspace System | Airspace classes and associated requirements and limitations. |
| PL.I.E.K2 | National Airspace System | Chart symbols. |
| PL.I.E.K3 | National Airspace System | Special use airspace (SUA), special flight rules areas (SFRA), temporary flight restrictions (TFR), and other airspace areas. |
| PL.I.E.K4 | National Airspace System | Special visual flight rules (VFR) requirements. |
| PL.I.E.R1 | National Airspace System | Various classes and types of airspace. |
| PL.I.E.S1 | National Airspace System | Identify and comply with the requirements for basic VFR weather minimums and flying in particular classes of airspace. |
| PL.I.E.S2 | National Airspace System | Correctly identify airspace and operate in accordance with associated communication and equipment requirements. |
| PL.I.E.S3 | National Airspace System | Identify the requirements for operating in SUA or within a TFR. Identify and comply with special air traffic rules (SATR) and SFRA operations, if applicable. |
| PL.I.F.K1 | Performance and Limitations | Elements related to performance and limitations by explaining the use of charts, tables, and data to determine performance. |
| PL.I.F.K2 | Performance and Limitations | Factors affecting performance, including: |
| PL.I.F.K2a | Performance and Limitations | a. Atmospheric conditions |
| PL.I.F.K2b | Performance and Limitations | b. Pilot technique |
| PL.I.F.K2c | Performance and Limitations | c. Aircraft configuration |
| PL.I.F.K2d | Performance and Limitations | d. Airport, heliport, helipad, or unprepared surface environment |
| PL.I.F.K2e | Performance and Limitations | e. Loading [e.g., center of gravity (CG)] |
| PL.I.F.K2f | Performance and Limitations | f. Weight and balance |
| PL.I.F.K3 | Performance and Limitations | Aerodynamics. |
| PL.I.F.K4 | Performance and Limitations | Height/Velocity (H/V) diagram according to the flight manual. |
| PL.I.F.R1 | Performance and Limitations | Use of performance charts, tables, and data. |
| PL.I.F.R2 | Performance and Limitations | Aircraft limitations. |
| PL.I.F.R3 | Performance and Limitations | Possible differences between calculated performance and actual performance. |
| PL.I.F.R4 | Performance and Limitations | Operations within "avoid areas" of the H/V diagram. |
| PL.I.F.R5 | Performance and Limitations | Other hazards specific to the powered-lift make and model. |
| PL.I.F.S1 | Performance and Limitations | Compute the weight and balance, correct out-of-center of gravity loading errors and determine if the weight and balance remains within limits during all phases of flight and aircraft configurations. |
| PL.I.F.S2 | Performance and Limitations | Use of the appropriate manufacturer's approved performance charts, tables, and data. |
| PL.I.G.K1 | Operation of Systems | Aircraft systems, including: |
| PL.I.G.K1a | Operation of Systems | a. Primary flight controls |
| PL.I.G.K1b | Operation of Systems | b. Secondary flight controls |
| PL.I.G.K1c | Operation of Systems | c. Powerplant(s) and means of producing thrust |
| PL.I.G.K1d | Operation of Systems | d. Landing gear |
| PL.I.G.K1e | Operation of Systems | e. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic |
| PL.I.G.K1f | Operation of Systems | f. Electrical |
| PL.I.G.K1g | Operation of Systems | g. Avionics |
| PL.I.G.K1h | Operation of Systems | h. Pitot-static, vacuum/pressure, and associated flight instruments |
| PL.I.G.K1i | Operation of Systems | i. Environmental |
| PL.I.G.K1j | Operation of Systems | j. Deicing and anti-icing |
| PL.I.G.K1k | Operation of Systems | k. Oxygen system |
| PL.I.G.K1l | Operation of Systems | l. Gearboxes, drive shafts, transmission systems, as applicable |
| PL.I.G.K1m | Operation of Systems | m. Battery(s) used for propulsion-charging, discharging, and condition, as applicable |
| PL.I.G.K2 | Operation of Systems | Indications of and procedures for managing system abnormalities or failures. |
| PL.I.G.R1 | Operation of Systems | Detection of system malfunctions or failures. |
| PL.I.G.R2 | Operation of Systems | Management of a system failure. |
| PL.I.G.R3 | Operation of Systems | Monitoring and management of automated systems. |
| PL.I.G.S1 | Operation of Systems | Operate at least three of the systems listed in K1a through K1m appropriately. |
| PL.I.G.S2 | Operation of Systems | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.I.H.K1 | Human Factors | Symptoms, recognition, causes, effects, and corrective actions associated with aeromedical and physiological issues, including: |
| PL.I.H.K1a | Human Factors | a. Hypoxia |
| PL.I.H.K1b | Human Factors | b. Hyperventilation |
| PL.I.H.K1c | Human Factors | c. Middle ear and sinus problems |
| PL.I.H.K1d | Human Factors | d. Spatial disorientation |
| PL.I.H.K1e | Human Factors | e. Motion sickness |
| PL.I.H.K1f | Human Factors | f. Carbon monoxide poisoning |
| PL.I.H.K1g | Human Factors | g. Stress |
| PL.I.H.K1h | Human Factors | h. Fatigue |
| PL.I.H.K1i | Human Factors | i. Dehydration and nutrition |
| PL.I.H.K1j | Human Factors | j. Hypothermia |
| PL.I.H.K1k | Human Factors | k. Optical illusions |
| PL.I.H.K1l | Human Factors | l. Dissolved nitrogen in the bloodstream after scuba dives |
| PL.I.H.K2 | Human Factors | Regulations regarding use of alcohol and drugs. |
| PL.I.H.K3 | Human Factors | Effects of alcohol, drugs, and over-the-counter medications. |
| PL.I.H.K4 | Human Factors | Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM) to include using Crew Resource Management (CRM) or Single- Pilot Resource Management (SRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.I.H.R1 | Human Factors | Aeromedical and physiological issues. |
| PL.I.H.R2 | Human Factors | Hazardous attitudes. |
| PL.I.H.R3 | Human Factors | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.I.H.R4 | Human Factors | Confirmation and expectation bias. |
| PL.I.H.S1 | Human Factors | Associate the symptoms and effects for at least three of the conditions listed in K1a through K1l with the cause(s) and corrective action(s). |
| PL.I.H.S2 | Human Factors | Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, for actual flight or a scenario given by the evaluator. |
| PL.II.A.K1 | Preflight Assessment | Pilot self-assessment. |
| PL.II.A.K2 | Preflight Assessment | Determining that the aircraft to be used is airworthy. |
| PL.II.A.K3 | Preflight Assessment | Aircraft preflight inspection, including: |
| PL.II.A.K3a | Preflight Assessment | a. Which items should be inspected |
| PL.II.A.K3b | Preflight Assessment | b. The reasons for checking each item |
| PL.II.A.K3c | Preflight Assessment | c. How to detect possible defects |
| PL.II.A.K3d | Preflight Assessment | d. The associated regulations |
| PL.II.A.K4 | Preflight Assessment | Environmental factors, including weather, terrain, route selection, and obstructions. |
| PL.II.A.R1 | Preflight Assessment | Pilot. |
| PL.II.A.R2 | Preflight Assessment | Aircraft. |
| PL.II.A.R3 | Preflight Assessment | Environment (e.g., weather, icing, airports/heliports/helipads/landing areas, airspace, terrain, obstacles). |
| PL.II.A.R4 | Preflight Assessment | External pressures. |
| PL.II.A.R5 | Preflight Assessment | Aviation security concerns. |
| PL.II.A.S1 | Preflight Assessment | Inspect the aircraft with reference to an appropriate checklist. |
| PL.II.A.S2 | Preflight Assessment | Verify the aircraft is in condition for safe flight and conforms to its type design. |
| PL.II.A.S3 | Preflight Assessment | Perform self-assessment. |
| PL.II.A.S4 | Preflight Assessment | Continue to assess the environment for safe flight. |
| PL.II.B.K1 | Flight Deck Management | Passenger briefing requirements, including operation and required use of safety restraint systems. |
| PL.II.B.K2 | Flight Deck Management | Use of appropriate checklists. |
| PL.II.B.K3 | Flight Deck Management | Requirements for current and appropriate navigation data. |
| PL.II.B.K4 | Flight Deck Management | Securing items and cargo. |
| PL.II.B.R1 | Flight Deck Management | Use of systems or equipment, including automation and portable electronic devices. |
| PL.II.B.R2 | Flight Deck Management | Inoperative equipment. |
| PL.II.B.R3 | Flight Deck Management | Passenger distractions. |
| PL.II.B.S1 | Flight Deck Management | Secure all items in the aircraft. |
| PL.II.B.S2 | Flight Deck Management | Conduct an appropriate passenger briefing, including identifying the pilot-in-command (PIC), use of safety belts, shoulder harnesses, doors, sterile aircraft, passenger conduct and avoidance of rotor or air induction systems, powerplants, and other heat sources, and emergency procedures. |
| PL.II.B.S3 | Flight Deck Management | Properly program and manage the aircraft's automation, as applicable. |
| PL.II.B.S4 | Flight Deck Management | Appropriately manage risks by utilizing ADM, including SRM/CRM. |
| PL.II.C.K1 | Powerplant Starting | Starting under various conditions. |
| PL.II.C.K2 | Powerplant Starting | Starting the powerplant(s) by use of external power. |
| PL.II.C.K3 | Powerplant Starting | Limitations associated with starting. |
| PL.II.C.K4 | Powerplant Starting | Conditions leading to and procedures for an aborted start. |
| PL.II.C.R1 | Powerplant Starting | Use of external power unit. |
| PL.II.C.R2 | Powerplant Starting | Limitations during starting. |
| PL.II.C.R3 | Powerplant Starting | Other hazards specific to the powered-lift make and model. |
| PL.II.C.S1 | Powerplant Starting | Position the aircraft properly considering structures, other aircraft, wind, and the safety of nearby persons and property. |
| PL.II.C.S2 | Powerplant Starting | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.II.C.S3 | Powerplant Starting | Position the primary flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.II.C.S4 | Powerplant Starting | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.II.D.K1 | Ground Taxiing | Current airport aeronautical references and information resources such as the Chart Supplement, airport diagram, and Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs). |
| PL.II.D.K2 | Ground Taxiing | Taxi instructions/clearances. |
| PL.II.D.K3 | Ground Taxiing | Airport/heliport/helipad/landing area, signs, markings, and lighting. |
| PL.II.D.K4 | Ground Taxiing | Visual indicators for wind. |
| PL.II.D.K5 | Ground Taxiing | Aircraft lighting, as appropriate. |
| PL.II.D.K6 | Ground Taxiing | Procedures for: |
| PL.II.D.K6a | Ground Taxiing | a. Appropriate flight deck activities prior to taxi, including route planning and identifying the location of Hot Spots |
| PL.II.D.K6b | Ground Taxiing | b. Aircraft configuration |
| PL.II.D.K6c | Ground Taxiing | c. Radio communications at towered and non-towered airports/heliports/helipads/landing areas |
| PL.II.D.K6d | Ground Taxiing | d. Entering or crossing runways |
| PL.II.D.K6e | Ground Taxiing | e. Night taxi operations |
| PL.II.D.K6f | Ground Taxiing | f. Taxi limitations |
| PL.II.D.R1 | Ground Taxiing | Activities and distractions. |
| PL.II.D.R2 | Ground Taxiing | Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions. |
| PL.II.D.R3 | Ground Taxiing | A taxi route or departure runway change. |
| PL.II.D.R4 | Ground Taxiing | Speed during taxi and turns. |
| PL.II.D.R5 | Ground Taxiing | Appropriate thrust vector and brake use. |
| PL.II.D.R6 | Ground Taxiing | Airframe and rotor clearances during taxi. |
| PL.II.D.R7 | Ground Taxiing | Runway incursion. |
| PL.II.D.R8 | Ground Taxiing | Other hazards specific to the powered-lift make and model. |
| PL.II.D.S1 | Ground Taxiing | Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable. |
| PL.II.D.S2 | Ground Taxiing | Use an appropriate airport/heliport diagram or taxi chart, if published. |
| PL.II.D.S3 | Ground Taxiing | Position the flight controls and configure the aircraft for the existing wind conditions. |
| PL.II.D.S4 | Ground Taxiing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.II.D.S5 | Ground Taxiing | Maintain positive control of the aircraft during ground operations by controlling direction and speed without excessive use of brakes. |
| PL.II.D.S6 | Ground Taxiing | Comply with airport/heliport/helipad/landing area taxiway markings, signals, and air traffic control (ATC) clearances and instructions. |
| PL.II.D.S7 | Ground Taxiing | Position the aircraft relative to hold lines or a specified point. |
| PL.II.D.S8 | Ground Taxiing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.II.E.K1 | Before Takeoff Check | Purpose of before takeoff checklist items, including: |
| PL.II.E.K1a | Before Takeoff Check | a. Reasons for checking each item |
| PL.II.E.K1b | Before Takeoff Check | b. Detecting malfunctions |
| PL.II.E.K1c | Before Takeoff Check | c. Configuring the aircraft as recommended by the manufacturer |
| PL.II.E.R1 | Before Takeoff Check | Division of attention while conducting before takeoff checks. |
| PL.II.E.R2 | Before Takeoff Check | Unexpected runway changes. |
| PL.II.E.R3 | Before Takeoff Check | Unexpected or unclear clearances from ATC. |
| PL.II.E.R4 | Before Takeoff Check | Wake turbulence. |
| PL.II.E.R5 | Before Takeoff Check | Downwash. |
| PL.II.E.R6 | Before Takeoff Check | Potential powerplant failure during takeoff or other malfunction considering operational factors such as aircraft characteristics, runway/takeoff path length, surface conditions, environmental conditions, and obstructions. |
| PL.II.E.S1 | Before Takeoff Check | Review takeoff performance. |
| PL.II.E.S2 | Before Takeoff Check | Select the appropriate takeoff profile for aircraft and environmental conditions. |
| PL.II.E.S3 | Before Takeoff Check | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.II.E.S4 | Before Takeoff Check | Properly position the aircraft considering other aircraft, vessels, and wind. |
| PL.II.E.S5 | Before Takeoff Check | Verify that powerplant parameters and aircraft configuration are suitable for the takeoff profile. |
| PL.II.E.S6 | Before Takeoff Check | Divide attention inside and outside the aircraft. |
| PL.II.E.S7 | Before Takeoff Check | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.III.A.K1 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | How to obtain appropriate radio frequencies. |
| PL.III.A.K2 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Proper radio communication procedures and air traffic control (ATC) phraseology. |
| PL.III.A.K3 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | ATC light signal recognition. |
| PL.III.A.K4 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Appropriate use of transponder(s). |
| PL.III.A.K5 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Lost communication procedures. |
| PL.III.A.K6 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Equipment issues that could cause loss of communication. |
| PL.III.A.K7 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Radar assistance. |
| PL.III.A.K8 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) accident/incident reporting. |
| PL.III.A.K9 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Runway Status Lighting Systems. |
| PL.III.A.R1 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Communication. |
| PL.III.A.R2 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Deciding if and when to declare an emergency. |
| PL.III.A.R3 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Use of non-standard phraseology. |
| PL.III.A.S1 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Select and activate appropriate frequencies. |
| PL.III.A.S2 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Transmit using standard phraseology and procedures as specified in the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) and Pilot/Controller Glossary. |
| PL.III.A.S3 | Communications, Light Signals, and Runway Lighting Systems | Acknowledge radio communications and comply with ATC instructions or as directed by the evaluator. |
| PL.III.B.K1 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Airport runway, heliport, helipad, taxiway signs, markings, and lighting. |
| PL.III.B.K2 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Airport movement area. |
| PL.III.B.R1 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Interpretation of signs, markings, or lighting. |
| PL.III.B.R2 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Landing site dimensions and limitations. |
| PL.III.B.R3 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Conflict with aircraft, vehicles, and persons. |
| PL.III.B.R4 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.III.B.R5 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Powered-lift configuration, including the effect of thrust on other aircraft. |
| PL.III.B.S1 | Runway/Taxiway/Heliport/Helipad Signs, Markings, and Lighting | Comply with airport/heliport/helipad signs, markings, and lighting encountered, as applicable to the aircraft provided for the practical test. |
| PL.III.C.K1 | Traffic Patterns | Towered and nontowered airport/heliport/helipad/landing area operations and restrictions. |
| PL.III.C.K2 | Traffic Patterns | Runway selection and traffic pattern parameters for the current conditions. |
| PL.III.C.K3 | Traffic Patterns | Right-of-way rules. |
| PL.III.C.K4 | Traffic Patterns | Use of automated weather and airport/heliport information. |
| PL.III.C.K5 | Traffic Patterns | Aircraft configuration and selection for the traffic pattern in use. |
| PL.III.C.R1 | Traffic Patterns | Collision hazards. |
| PL.III.C.R2 | Traffic Patterns | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.III.C.R3 | Traffic Patterns | Windshear and wake turbulence. |
| PL.III.C.S1 | Traffic Patterns | Identify and interpret airport/heliport/helipad/landing area runways, taxiways, markings, signs, and lighting. |
| PL.III.C.S2 | Traffic Patterns | Comply with recommended traffic pattern procedures. |
| PL.III.C.S3 | Traffic Patterns | Correct for wind drift to maintain the proper ground track. |
| PL.III.C.S4 | Traffic Patterns | Maintain orientation with the runway/landing area in use. |
| PL.III.C.S5 | Traffic Patterns | Maintain traffic pattern altitude, ±100 feet, and the appropriate airspeed, ±10 knots. |
| PL.III.C.S6 | Traffic Patterns | Maintain situational awareness and proper spacing from other aircraft in the traffic pattern. |
| PL.III.C.S7 | Traffic Patterns | Position the primary flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.III.C.S8 | Traffic Patterns | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.A.K1 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Elements related to a vertical takeoff to a hover and landing from a hover. |
| PL.IV.A.K2 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Appropriate aircraft configuration for a stationary hover. |
| PL.IV.A.K3 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Effect of wind on flight control inputs. |
| PL.IV.A.K4 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Ground effect. |
| PL.IV.A.R1 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Obstacle and hazard avoidance. |
| PL.IV.A.R2 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Dynamic rollover. |
| PL.IV.A.R3 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Powerplant failure during hover. |
| PL.IV.A.R4 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Downwash. |
| PL.IV.A.R5 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Ground resonance. |
| PL.IV.A.S1 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.IV.A.S2 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Comply with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.A.S3 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Position the primary flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.IV.A.S4 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Ascend to and maintain recommended hovering altitude, and descend from recommended hovering altitude in headwind, crosswind, and tailwind conditions, without drift. |
| PL.IV.A.S5 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Establish recommended hovering altitude, ±1/2 of that altitude within 10 feet of the surface; if above 10 feet, ±5 feet. |
| PL.IV.A.S6 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Maintain position within ±4 feet of a designated point. |
| PL.IV.A.S7 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Descend vertically to within 2 feet of the designated touchdown point. |
| PL.IV.A.S8 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Maintain headings ±10°, as specified by the evaluator. |
| PL.IV.A.S9 | Vertical Takeoff and Landing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.B.K1 | Hover Taxi | Current airport aeronautical references and information resources such as the Chart Supplement, airport diagram, and Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs). |
| PL.IV.B.K2 | Hover Taxi | Hover taxi instructions, clearances, and limitations. |
| PL.IV.B.K3 | Hover Taxi | Airport/heliport/helipad/landing area, signs, markings, and lighting. |
| PL.IV.B.K4 | Hover Taxi | Visual indicators for wind. |
| PL.IV.B.K5 | Hover Taxi | Aircraft lighting, as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.B.K6 | Hover Taxi | Procedures for: |
| PL.IV.B.K6a | Hover Taxi | a. Pilot activities during taxiing |
| PL.IV.B.K6b | Hover Taxi | b. Safe hover taxi at towered and non-towered airports/heliports/helipads/landing areas |
| PL.IV.B.K6c | Hover Taxi | c. Entering or crossing runways |
| PL.IV.B.K7 | Hover Taxi | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.IV.B.K8 | Hover Taxi | Aircraft operating limitations. |
| PL.IV.B.R1 | Hover Taxi | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.IV.B.R2 | Hover Taxi | Reduced visibility or night taxi operations. |
| PL.IV.B.R3 | Hover Taxi | Powerplant(s) failure during hover taxi. |
| PL.IV.B.R4 | Hover Taxi | Other aircraft and hazards. |
| PL.IV.B.R5 | Hover Taxi | Hazardous effects of downwash. |
| PL.IV.B.R6 | Hover Taxi | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.IV.B.R7 | Hover Taxi | Height/Velocity (H/V) considerations. |
| PL.IV.B.R8 | Hover Taxi | Crosswind limitations. |
| PL.IV.B.R9 | Hover Taxi | Other hazards specific to the powered-lift make and model. |
| PL.IV.B.R10 | Hover Taxi | Runway incursion. |
| PL.IV.B.S1 | Hover Taxi | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.IV.B.S2 | Hover Taxi | Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable. |
| PL.IV.B.S3 | Hover Taxi | Use an airport diagram or taxi chart during taxi, if published, and maintain situational awareness. |
| PL.IV.B.S4 | Hover Taxi | Comply with airport/heliport taxiway markings, signals, and signs. |
| PL.IV.B.S5 | Hover Taxi | Position the primary flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.IV.B.S6 | Hover Taxi | Hover taxi over specified ground references, demonstrating forward, sideward, and rearward hovering and hovering turns. |
| PL.IV.B.S7 | Hover Taxi | Maintain recommended hovering altitude, ±1/2 of that altitude within 10 feet of the surface, if above 10 feet, ±5 feet. |
| PL.IV.B.S8 | Hover Taxi | Make 90°, 180°, and 360° pivoting turns, stopping within 10° of specified headings. |
| PL.IV.B.S9 | Hover Taxi | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.C.K1 | Air Taxi | Current airport aeronautical references and information resources such as the Chart Supplement, airport diagram, and Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs). |
| PL.IV.C.K2 | Air Taxi | Air taxi instructions, clearances, and limitations. |
| PL.IV.C.K3 | Air Taxi | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.IV.C.K4 | Air Taxi | Airport/heliport/helipad/landing area, signs, markings, and lighting. |
| PL.IV.C.K5 | Air Taxi | Visual indicators for wind. |
| PL.IV.C.K6 | Air Taxi | Aircraft lighting, as appropriate. |
| PL.IV.C.K7 | Air Taxi | Procedures for: |
| PL.IV.C.K7a | Air Taxi | a. Pilot activities during taxiing |
| PL.IV.C.K7b | Air Taxi | b. Safe air taxi at towered and non-towered airports/heliports/helipads/landing areas |
| PL.IV.C.K7c | Air Taxi | c. Overflying of runways |
| PL.IV.C.K8 | Air Taxi | Aircraft operating limitations. |
| PL.IV.C.K9 | Air Taxi | Appropriate height and speed for air taxi. |
| PL.IV.C.K10 | Air Taxi | Height/Velocity (H/V) considerations. |
| PL.IV.C.R1 | Air Taxi | Activities and distractions. |
| PL.IV.C.R2 | Air Taxi | Reduced visibility or night taxi operations. |
| PL.IV.C.R3 | Air Taxi | H/V diagram performance in case of powerplant failure. |
| PL.IV.C.R4 | Air Taxi | Other aircraft and hazards. |
| PL.IV.C.R5 | Air Taxi | Runway incursion. |
| PL.IV.C.S1 | Air Taxi | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.IV.C.S2 | Air Taxi | Use an airport diagram or taxi chart during taxi, if published, and maintain situational awareness. |
| PL.IV.C.S3 | Air Taxi | Select a safe airspeed and altitude. |
| PL.IV.C.S4 | Air Taxi | Maintain an appropriate aircraft configuration throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.IV.C.S5 | Air Taxi | Maintain specified altitude, ±10 feet. |
| PL.IV.C.S6 | Air Taxi | Air taxi from one point to another under various wind conditions. |
| PL.IV.C.S7 | Air Taxi | Maintain the aircraft within operating limits throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.IV.C.S8 | Air Taxi | Comply with airport/heliport/helipad/landing area markings, lights, signs, and ATC instructions. |
| PL.IV.C.S9 | Air Taxi | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.A.K1 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance. |
| PL.V.A.K2 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Recommended takeoff and climb profiles. |
| PL.V.A.K3 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.A.K4 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Factors affecting the profile of the height/velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.A.R1 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Selection of helipad/deck, runway, or departure point based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind. |
| PL.V.A.R2 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Effects of: |
| PL.V.A.R2a | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.A.R2b | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.A.R2c | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.A.R2d | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.A.R2e | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | e. Runway/departure point surface/condition |
| PL.V.A.R2f | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | f. Aircraft weight |
| PL.V.A.R3 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Abnormal operations including: |
| PL.V.A.R3a | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | a. Rejected takeoff |
| PL.V.A.R3b | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | b. Powerplant failure in hover/takeoff/climb phase of flight |
| PL.V.A.R4 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.A.R5 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.V.A.R6 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.A.R7 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Runway incursion. |
| PL.V.A.S1 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.A.S2 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.A.S3 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Verify assigned/correct runway, if at an airport. |
| PL.V.A.S4 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators. |
| PL.V.A.S5 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Position the flight controls and configure the aircraft for the existing wind conditions. |
| PL.V.A.S6 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Clear the area, ground or hover taxi into takeoff position, and hover the aircraft above the departure point, aligned with the departure path. |
| PL.V.A.S7 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Confirm takeoff power and instrument indications prior to forward movement. |
| PL.V.A.S8 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Takeoff and accelerate to the manufacturer's recommended speed. |
| PL.V.A.S9 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | After takeoff, establish and maintain a positive rate of climb and configure aircraft, as appropriate. |
| PL.V.A.S10 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Maintain the aircraft within operating limits throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.V.A.S11 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Maintain VY ±10 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude. |
| PL.V.A.S12 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb. |
| PL.V.A.S13 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable. |
| PL.V.A.S14 | Normal Takeoff and Climb from a Hover | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.B.K1 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Elements related to a rolling takeoff and the purpose of the maneuver. |
| PL.V.B.K2 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Aircraft configurations. |
| PL.V.B.K3 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Effects of wind, weight, temperature, and density altitude. |
| PL.V.B.K4 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Translational lift. |
| PL.V.B.K5 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Takeoff and climb performance and the height velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.B.K6 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Aircraft performance and limitations. |
| PL.V.B.R1 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.B.R2 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Powerplant failure during rolling takeoff and climb out. |
| PL.V.B.R3 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.B.R4 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.B.R5 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Effects of: |
| PL.V.B.R5a | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.B.R5b | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.B.R5c | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.B.R5d | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.B.R5e | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | e. Runway/departure point surface/condition |
| PL.V.B.R5f | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | f. Aircraft weight |
| PL.V.B.R6 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.V.B.S1 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Comply with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.B.S2 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.B.S3 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Configure the aircraft correctly regarding environmental conditions and aircraft loading. |
| PL.V.B.S4 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Maintain the aircraft within operating limits throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.V.B.S5 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Maintain proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. |
| PL.V.B.S6 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Maintain a positive rate of climb. |
| PL.V.B.S7 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Transition to recommended climb airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.V.B.S8 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.B.S9 | Rolling Takeoff and Climb | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.C.K1 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Situations where this maneuver is appropriate. |
| PL.V.C.K2 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and temperature, on takeoff and climb performance. |
| PL.V.C.K3 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Appropriate aircraft configuration, takeoff, and climb profiles. |
| PL.V.C.K4 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Factors affecting the profile of the height/velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.C.R1 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Selection of takeoff path based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind. |
| PL.V.C.R2 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Effects of: |
| PL.V.C.R2a | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.C.R2b | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.C.R2c | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.C.R2d | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | d. Low level turbulence |
| PL.V.C.R2e | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | e. Surface conditions |
| PL.V.C.R3 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Abnormal operations including: |
| PL.V.C.R3a | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | a. Rejected takeoff |
| PL.V.C.R3b | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | b. Powerplant failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight |
| PL.V.C.R4 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.C.R5 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Low altitude maneuvering, including controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.V.C.R6 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.C.S1 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.C.S2 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.C.S3 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators. |
| PL.V.C.S4 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Position the flight controls and configure the aircraft for the existing wind conditions. |
| PL.V.C.S5 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, utilizing maximum available takeoff area and align the aircraft on the takeoff path. |
| PL.V.C.S6 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Confirm takeoff power and proper powerplant and flight instrument indications prior to takeoff. |
| PL.V.C.S7 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Establish and maintain the most efficient lift-off attitude/configuration for obstacle clearance. |
| PL.V.C.S8 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Maintain the recommended airspeed and aircraft configuration until the obstacle is cleared. |
| PL.V.C.S9 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | After clearing the obstacle, establish pitch attitude and aircraft configuration for VY and accelerate to and maintain VY ±10 knots during the climb. |
| PL.V.C.S10 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Reconfigure the aircraft after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with the aircraft manufacturer's guidance. |
| PL.V.C.S11 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb. |
| PL.V.C.S12 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Comply with noise abatement procedures. |
| PL.V.C.S13 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.C.S14 | Maximum Performance Takeoff and Climb | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.D.K1 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Types of approaches and applicability. |
| PL.V.D.K2 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Performance data and the height velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.D.K3 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and density altitude, on approach and hover performance. |
| PL.V.D.K4 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Wind correction techniques on approach and hover. |
| PL.V.D.K5 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Aircraft configurations for the approach and hover. |
| PL.V.D.K6 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Aircraft performance and limitations. |
| PL.V.D.R1 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Selection of runway/helipad/touchdown point based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind. |
| PL.V.D.R2 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Effects of: |
| PL.V.D.R2a | Normal Approach to a Hover | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.D.R2b | Normal Approach to a Hover | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.D.R2c | Normal Approach to a Hover | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.D.R2d | Normal Approach to a Hover | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.D.R2e | Normal Approach to a Hover | e. Vortex ring state (VRS) |
| PL.V.D.R2f | Normal Approach to a Hover | f. Runway/arrival point surface/condition |
| PL.V.D.R3 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Situations including: |
| PL.V.D.R3a | Normal Approach to a Hover | a. Rejected landing and go-around |
| PL.V.D.R3b | Normal Approach to a Hover | b. Powerplant failure during the approach |
| PL.V.D.R4 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.D.R5 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Flat light conditions. |
| PL.V.D.R6 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.D.S1 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.D.S2 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Comply with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.D.S3 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Use the appropriate techniques and aircraft configurations through all stages of the approach. |
| PL.V.D.S4 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Consider the wind conditions, landing surface, and obstructions and select a suitable hover point. |
| PL.V.D.S5 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Maintain appropriate ground track with crosswind correction throughout the approach. |
| PL.V.D.S6 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Fly a stabilized approach. |
| PL.V.D.S7 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Arrive over the arrival point at a stabilized hover ±4 feet. |
| PL.V.D.S8 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Execute a timely go-around for any condition that may result in an unsafe approach or landing. |
| PL.V.D.S9 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.D.S10 | Normal Approach to a Hover | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.E.K1 | Normal Approach and Landing | Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach speed and angle. |
| PL.V.E.K2 | Normal Approach and Landing | Atmospheric factors affecting performance. |
| PL.V.E.K3 | Normal Approach and Landing | Use of proper thrust vector angle for transition to landing. |
| PL.V.E.K4 | Normal Approach and Landing | Factors affecting the profile of the height/velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.E.R1 | Normal Approach and Landing | Selection of runway/helipad/touchdown point based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind. |
| PL.V.E.R2 | Normal Approach and Landing | Effects of: |
| PL.V.E.R2a | Normal Approach and Landing | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.E.R2b | Normal Approach and Landing | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.E.R2c | Normal Approach and Landing | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.E.R2d | Normal Approach and Landing | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.E.R2e | Normal Approach and Landing | e. Runway/heliport/helipad surface, condition, and length |
| PL.V.E.R3 | Normal Approach and Landing | Situations including: |
| PL.V.E.R3a | Normal Approach and Landing | a. Rejected landing and go-around |
| PL.V.E.R3b | Normal Approach and Landing | b. Powerplant failure during the approach |
| PL.V.E.R4 | Normal Approach and Landing | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.E.R5 | Normal Approach and Landing | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.E.S1 | Normal Approach and Landing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.E.S2 | Normal Approach and Landing | Comply with noise abatement procedures. |
| PL.V.E.S3 | Normal Approach and Landing | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.E.S4 | Normal Approach and Landing | Verify assigned/correct runway/landing point if at an airport. |
| PL.V.E.S5 | Normal Approach and Landing | Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators. |
| PL.V.E.S6 | Normal Approach and Landing | Maintain proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. |
| PL.V.E.S7 | Normal Approach and Landing | Maintain a stabilized approach profile. |
| PL.V.E.S8 | Normal Approach and Landing | Use manufacturer's recommended technique and remain within airspeed range allowed for each configuration change. |
| PL.V.E.S9 | Normal Approach and Landing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.E.S10 | Normal Approach and Landing | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.F.K1 | Steep Approach and Landing | A stabilized steep approach. |
| PL.V.F.K2 | Steep Approach and Landing | Approach techniques and applicability. |
| PL.V.F.K3 | Steep Approach and Landing | Performance data and the height velocity (H/V) diagram. |
| PL.V.F.K4 | Steep Approach and Landing | Effects of atmospheric conditions on approach and landing performance. |
| PL.V.F.K5 | Steep Approach and Landing | Wind correction techniques. |
| PL.V.F.K6 | Steep Approach and Landing | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.F.K7 | Steep Approach and Landing | Aircraft performance and limitations. |
| PL.V.F.R1 | Steep Approach and Landing | Selection of the approach path and landing area. |
| PL.V.F.R2 | Steep Approach and Landing | Effects of: |
| PL.V.F.R2a | Steep Approach and Landing | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.F.R2b | Steep Approach and Landing | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.F.R2c | Steep Approach and Landing | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.F.R2d | Steep Approach and Landing | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.F.R2e | Steep Approach and Landing | e. Vortex ring state (VRS) |
| PL.V.F.R2f | Steep Approach and Landing | f. Landing point condition |
| PL.V.F.R3 | Steep Approach and Landing | Planning for: |
| PL.V.F.R3a | Steep Approach and Landing | a. Rejected landing and go-around |
| PL.V.F.R3b | Steep Approach and Landing | b. Powerplant failure during the approach |
| PL.V.F.R4 | Steep Approach and Landing | Landing in an area or in conditions where a takeoff/climb may not be possible. |
| PL.V.F.R5 | Steep Approach and Landing | Degraded Visual Environment (DVE) and flat light conditions. |
| PL.V.F.R6 | Steep Approach and Landing | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.F.S1 | Steep Approach and Landing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.F.S2 | Steep Approach and Landing | Position the flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.V.F.S3 | Steep Approach and Landing | Maintain awareness of aircraft performance, limitations, and relative position throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.V.F.S4 | Steep Approach and Landing | Arrive over the touchdown point on the surface ±5 feet from intended landing point or, at the discretion of the evaluator, at a stabilized hover ±5 feet height. |
| PL.V.F.S5 | Steep Approach and Landing | Maintain proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. |
| PL.V.F.S7 | Steep Approach and Landing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.F.S8 | Steep Approach and Landing | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.G.K1 | Running/Roll-On Landing | H/V diagram, if applicable. |
| PL.V.G.K2 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Aircraft performance and limitations. |
| PL.V.G.K3 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.G.K4 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance. |
| PL.V.G.K5 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Wind correction techniques on approach and landing. |
| PL.V.G.R1 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Situations including: |
| PL.V.G.R1a | Running/Roll-On Landing | a. Powerplant failure during approach |
| PL.V.G.R1b | Running/Roll-On Landing | b. Rejected landing |
| PL.V.G.R2 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Effects of: |
| PL.V.G.R2a | Running/Roll-On Landing | a. Crosswind |
| PL.V.G.R2b | Running/Roll-On Landing | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.G.R2c | Running/Roll-On Landing | c. Tailwind |
| PL.V.G.R2d | Running/Roll-On Landing | d. Wake turbulence |
| PL.V.G.R2e | Running/Roll-On Landing | e. Runway surface/condition |
| PL.V.G.R3 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.G.R4 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.V.G.R5 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.G.S1 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.G.S2 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Ensure the aircraft is correctly configured for the landing. |
| PL.V.G.S3 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Comply with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.G.S4 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Maintain a ground track that ensures the desired traffic pattern flown takes into consideration obstructions and air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions. |
| PL.V.G.S5 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Ensure the aircraft is aligned with the correct/assigned runway or landing surface. |
| PL.V.G.S6 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Consider the wind conditions, aircraft performance, landing surface, obstructions, and select a suitable touchdown point. |
| PL.V.G.S7 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Maintain crosswind correction and directional control throughout the approach and landing. |
| PL.V.G.S8 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Make smooth, timely, and correct control application during round out and touchdown. |
| PL.V.G.S9 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Touch down at the appropriate speed, aircraft configuration and pitch attitude. |
| PL.V.G.S10 | Running/Roll-On Landing | On touchdown, maintain proper ground track. |
| PL.V.G.S11 | Running/Roll-On Landing | After touchdown, reconfigure the aircraft for surface/hover taxi. |
| PL.V.G.S12 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Execute a timely go-around for any condition that may result in an unsafe approach or landing. |
| PL.V.G.S13 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.G.S14 | Running/Roll-On Landing | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.H.K1 | Confined Area Operations | Effects of wind, weight, temperature, and density altitude. |
| PL.V.H.K2 | Confined Area Operations | Situations when a confined area approach and landing is recommended and factors related to landing performance including H/V diagram information. |
| PL.V.H.K3 | Confined Area Operations | High and low reconnaissance, including takeoff and departure planning. |
| PL.V.H.K4 | Confined Area Operations | Power requirements versus power available for the departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.H.R1 | Confined Area Operations | Selection of approach path, termination point and departure path based on aircraft performance and limitations, wind, and availability of alternate sites. |
| PL.V.H.R2 | Confined Area Operations | Effects of: |
| PL.V.H.R2a | Confined Area Operations | a. Wind Direction |
| PL.V.H.R2b | Confined Area Operations | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.H.R2c | Confined Area Operations | c. Turbulence |
| PL.V.H.R3 | Confined Area Operations | H/V diagram information. |
| PL.V.H.R4 | Confined Area Operations | Go-around. |
| PL.V.H.R5 | Confined Area Operations | Forced landing during the maneuver. |
| PL.V.H.R6 | Confined Area Operations | Landing surface. |
| PL.V.H.R7 | Confined Area Operations | Dynamic rollover. |
| PL.V.H.R8 | Confined Area Operations | Ground resonance. |
| PL.V.H.R9 | Confined Area Operations | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.H.R10 | Confined Area Operations | Vortex ring state (VRS). |
| PL.V.H.R11 | Confined Area Operations | Aircraft limitations. |
| PL.V.H.R12 | Confined Area Operations | Low altitude maneuvering. |
| PL.V.H.R13 | Confined Area Operations | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.H.R14 | Confined Area Operations | Power requirements versus power available for the departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.H.S1 | Confined Area Operations | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.H.S2 | Confined Area Operations | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.H.S3 | Confined Area Operations | Confirm power available meets or exceeds the power required for the selected departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.H.S4 | Confined Area Operations | Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators. |
| PL.V.H.S5 | Confined Area Operations | Accomplish a proper high and low reconnaissance of the confined landing area. |
| PL.V.H.S6 | Confined Area Operations | Select a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. |
| PL.V.H.S7 | Confined Area Operations | Track the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the termination point. |
| PL.V.H.S8 | Confined Area Operations | Continually evaluate the suitability of the confined landing area and termination point. |
| PL.V.H.S9 | Confined Area Operations | Maintain powerplant and thrust output within normal limits. |
| PL.V.H.S10 | Confined Area Operations | Execute a timely go-around if the approach cannot be made within the tolerances specified above or for any other condition that may result in an unsafe approach or landing. |
| PL.V.H.S11 | Confined Area Operations | Accomplish a proper ground reconnaissance. |
| PL.V.H.S12 | Confined Area Operations | Terminate in a hover or on the surface, as appropriate. |
| PL.V.H.S13 | Confined Area Operations | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.V.H.S14 | Confined Area Operations | Conduct a takeoff and departure using the appropriate technique and aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.H.S15 | Confined Area Operations | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.I.K1 | Slope Operations | Elements related to slope operations. |
| PL.V.I.K2 | Slope Operations | Factors used for selecting an appropriate slope. |
| PL.V.I.K3 | Slope Operations | Effect of wind on slope operations. |
| PL.V.I.K4 | Slope Operations | Dynamic rollover considerations during slope operations and preventive/recovery techniques. |
| PL.V.I.K5 | Slope Operations | Aircraft configuration and slope limitations. |
| PL.V.I.R1 | Slope Operations | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.I.R2 | Slope Operations | Operations on a slope. |
| PL.V.I.R3 | Slope Operations | Conditions leading to dynamic rollover. |
| PL.V.I.R4 | Slope Operations | Flight control limits. |
| PL.V.I.R5 | Slope Operations | Surface conditions. |
| PL.V.I.R6 | Slope Operations | Embarking or disembarking passengers. |
| PL.V.I.R7 | Slope Operations | Exceeding the manufacturer's slope limitations. |
| PL.V.I.S1 | Slope Operations | Select a suitable slope. |
| PL.V.I.S2 | Slope Operations | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.I.S3 | Slope Operations | Position the primary flight controls, including the thrust vector, for the prevailing environmental conditions. |
| PL.V.I.S4 | Slope Operations | Maintain heading and ground position and prevent movement of aircraft on slope. |
| PL.V.I.S5 | Slope Operations | Recognize if slope is too steep and abandon the operation prior to reaching flight control limits. |
| PL.V.I.S6 | Slope Operations | Make a smooth positive descent to touch the upslope landing gear on the sloping surface. |
| PL.V.I.S7 | Slope Operations | Neutralize controls after landing. |
| PL.V.I.S8 | Slope Operations | Make a smooth transition from the slope to a stabilized hover parallel to the slope. |
| PL.V.I.S9 | Slope Operations | Properly move away from the slope. |
| PL.V.I.S10 | Slope Operations | Maintain positive control of aircraft throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.V.I.S11 | Slope Operations | Use controls while lowering the downslope landing gear to touchdown. |
| PL.V.I.S12 | Slope Operations | Maintain specified headings throughout the operation, ±10°. |
| PL.V.I.S13 | Slope Operations | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.J.K1 | Pinnacle Operations | Elements of pinnacle/platform operations. |
| PL.V.J.K2 | Pinnacle Operations | Effects of wind, weight, temperature, and density altitude. |
| PL.V.J.K3 | Pinnacle Operations | Suitable takeoff point and departure flight path during climb. |
| PL.V.J.K4 | Pinnacle Operations | Situations when a pinnacle/platform approach, landing and takeoff is recommended and factors related to aircraft performance. |
| PL.V.J.K5 | Pinnacle Operations | Elements of a high and low reconnaissance. |
| PL.V.J.K6 | Pinnacle Operations | Power requirements versus power available for the departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.J.R1 | Pinnacle Operations | Selection of approach path, termination point and departure path based on aircraft performance and limitations, and wind. |
| PL.V.J.R2 | Pinnacle Operations | Effects of: |
| PL.V.J.R2a | Pinnacle Operations | a. Wind Direction |
| PL.V.J.R2b | Pinnacle Operations | b. Windshear |
| PL.V.J.R2c | Pinnacle Operations | c. Turbulence |
| PL.V.J.R3 | Pinnacle Operations | H/V diagram information. |
| PL.V.J.R4 | Pinnacle Operations | Go-around. |
| PL.V.J.R5 | Pinnacle Operations | Powerplant failure during approach/landing phase of flight. |
| PL.V.J.R6 | Pinnacle Operations | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.J.R7 | Pinnacle Operations | Vortex ring state (VRS). |
| PL.V.J.R8 | Pinnacle Operations | Landing surface. |
| PL.V.J.R9 | Pinnacle Operations | Dynamic rollover. |
| PL.V.J.R10 | Pinnacle Operations | Ground resonance. |
| PL.V.J.R11 | Pinnacle Operations | Aircraft limitations. |
| PL.V.J.R12 | Pinnacle Operations | Low altitude maneuvering. |
| PL.V.J.R13 | Pinnacle Operations | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.J.R14 | Pinnacle Operations | Passenger exposure to thrust or exhaust. |
| PL.V.J.R15 | Pinnacle Operations | Forced landing. |
| PL.V.J.R16 | Pinnacle Operations | Power requirements versus power available for the departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.J.S1 | Pinnacle Operations | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.J.S2 | Pinnacle Operations | Confirm power available meets or exceeds the power required for the selected departure or arrival profile(s). |
| PL.V.J.S3 | Pinnacle Operations | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.V.J.S4 | Pinnacle Operations | Accomplish high and low reconnaissance. |
| PL.V.J.S5 | Pinnacle Operations | Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators. |
| PL.V.J.S6 | Pinnacle Operations | Select a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. |
| PL.V.J.S7 | Pinnacle Operations | Select an approach path considering wind direction. |
| PL.V.J.S8 | Pinnacle Operations | Track the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the termination point. |
| PL.V.J.S9 | Pinnacle Operations | Maintain powerplant and thrust output within normal limits. |
| PL.V.J.S10 | Pinnacle Operations | Execute a timely go-around if the approach cannot be made within the tolerances specified above or for any other condition that may result in an unsafe approach or landing. |
| PL.V.J.S11 | Pinnacle Operations | Accomplish a proper ground reconnaissance. |
| PL.V.J.S12 | Pinnacle Operations | Terminate in a hover or on the surface, as appropriate. |
| PL.V.J.S13 | Pinnacle Operations | Select a suitable takeoff point and consider factors affecting takeoff and climb performance under various conditions. |
| PL.V.K.K1 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Situations and considerations on approach that could require a go-around/rejected landing. |
| PL.V.K.K2 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Effects of atmospheric conditions on a go-around or rejected landing. |
| PL.V.K.K3 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Aircraft configuration changes and techniques for the go-around. |
| PL.V.K.K4 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Go-around/rejected landing procedures, the importance of a timely decision, and appropriate airspeeds for the maneuver. |
| PL.V.K.K5 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Wind correction techniques. |
| PL.V.K.R1 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Recognition of the need for a go-around/rejected landing. |
| PL.V.K.R2 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Aircraft performance. |
| PL.V.K.R3 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Application of power. |
| PL.V.K.R4 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.V.K.R5 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Collision hazards. |
| PL.V.K.R6 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.V.K.R7 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.V.K.S1 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Make a timely decision to go-around/reject the landing. |
| PL.V.K.S2 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Apply the appropriate power setting for the flight condition and establish an aircraft configuration necessary to obtain the desired performance. |
| PL.V.K.S3 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Establish a positive rate of climb and the appropriate airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.V.K.S4 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Configure the aircraft, as appropriate. |
| PL.V.K.S5 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Maintain the ground track, heading, or course appropriate for the conditions, or as specified by air traffic control (ATC) or the evaluator. |
| PL.V.K.S6 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Notify/coordinate with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions as required. |
| PL.V.K.S7 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.V.K.S8 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.V.K.S9 | Go-Around/Rejected Landing | Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable. |
| PL.VI.A.K1 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Purpose of the maneuver. |
| PL.VI.A.K2 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Aircraft transmission and powerplant limitations. |
| PL.VI.A.K3 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Airspeed limitations. |
| PL.VI.A.K4 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Aircraft maximum rate deceleration rate and technique. |
| PL.VI.A.K5 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Height velocity (H/V) awareness. |
| PL.VI.A.R1 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Gaining or losing altitude. |
| PL.VI.A.R2 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Excessive pitch attitudes. |
| PL.VI.A.R3 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Effects of wind. |
| PL.VI.A.R4 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Airframe and airspeed limitations. |
| PL.VI.A.R5 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VI.A.R6 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Dividing attention between aircraft control and orientation. |
| PL.VI.A.R7 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VI.A.R8 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Uncoordinated flight. |
| PL.VI.A.R9 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Vortex ring state (VRS). |
| PL.VI.A.S1 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.VI.A.S2 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Clear the area. |
| PL.VI.A.S3 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Maintain heading throughout the maneuver, ±10°. |
| PL.VI.A.S4 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Perform a maximum performance deceleration as directed by the evaluator. |
| PL.VI.A.S5 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Select an appropriate power setting and thrust vector to allow deceleration at maximum rate. |
| PL.VI.A.S6 | Rapid Deceleration/Quick Stop | Maintain coordinated flight throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.VI.B.K1 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Procedures for changing aircraft configuration. |
| PL.VI.B.K2 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Aerodynamic effects of changing aircraft configuration. |
| PL.VI.B.K3 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Flight control operation when converting from thrust-borne to wing-borne configuration, and when converting from wing-borne to thrust-borne configuration, while in straight-and-level flight. |
| PL.VI.B.K4 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Aircraft performance and limitation charts. |
| PL.VI.B.K5 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Factors related to weight and balance and center of gravity (CG) envelopes. |
| PL.VI.B.R1 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Aircraft performance limitations. |
| PL.VI.B.R2 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Powerplant failure during conversion. |
| PL.VI.B.R3 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Aerodynamic stall. |
| PL.VI.B.R4 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Effects of gross weight and CG. |
| PL.VI.B.R5 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Rapid configuration or thrust vector changes. |
| PL.VI.B.R6 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Altitude variation/vertical speed. |
| PL.VI.B.R7 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VI.B.R8 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Other hazards specific to the powered-lift make and model. |
| PL.VI.B.S1 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Convert from thrust-borne configuration to wing-borne configuration during straight-and-level flight. |
| PL.VI.B.S2 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Convert the aircraft from wing-borne configuration to thrust-borne configuration during straight-and- level flight. |
| PL.VI.B.S3 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Utilize proper control technique throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.VI.B.S4 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Maintain awareness of aircraft performance, limitations, and relative position throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.VI.B.S5 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Maintain altitude ±200 feet and specified heading ±10° throughout the operation. Achieve and maintain targeted airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.VI.B.S6 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.VI.B.S7 | Inflight Conversion During Straight-and-Level Flight | Use the appropriate checklist, if applicable. |
| PL.VI.C.K1 | Steep Turns | Aerodynamics associated with steep turns, including: |
| PL.VI.C.K1a | Steep Turns | a. Maintaining coordinated flight |
| PL.VI.C.K1b | Steep Turns | b. Overbanking tendencies |
| PL.VI.C.K1c | Steep Turns | c. Maneuvering speed, including the impact of weight changes |
| PL.VI.C.K1d | Steep Turns | d. Load factor and accelerated stalls |
| PL.VI.C.K1e | Steep Turns | e. Rate and radius of turn |
| PL.VI.C.R1 | Steep Turns | Dividing attention between aircraft control and orientation. |
| PL.VI.C.R2 | Steep Turns | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VI.C.R3 | Steep Turns | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.VI.C.R4 | Steep Turns | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VI.C.R5 | Steep Turns | Uncoordinated flight. |
| PL.VI.C.S1 | Steep Turns | Clear the area. |
| PL.VI.C.S2 | Steep Turns | Establish the manufacturer's recommended airspeed; or if one is not available, an airspeed not to exceed maneuvering speed (VA). |
| PL.VI.C.S3 | Steep Turns | Roll into a coordinated 360° steep turn as selected by the evaluator and according to the aircraft's operating limitations. |
| PL.VI.C.S4 | Steep Turns | Perform the maneuver in the opposite direction. |
| PL.VI.C.S5 | Steep Turns | Maintain the entry altitude ±100 feet, airspeed ±10 knots, bank ±5°, and roll out on the entry heading ±10°. |
| PL.VII.A.K1 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Purpose of ground reference maneuvers. |
| PL.VII.A.K2 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Effects of wind on ground track and relation to a ground reference. |
| PL.VII.A.K3 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Effects of bank angle and groundspeed on rate and radius of turn. |
| PL.VII.A.K4 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Relationship of rectangular course to airport traffic pattern. |
| PL.VII.A.R1 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation. |
| PL.VII.A.R2 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VII.A.R3 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.VII.A.R4 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VII.A.R5 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Uncoordinated flight. |
| PL.VII.A.S1 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Clear the area. |
| PL.VII.A.S2 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Select a suitable ground reference area, line, or point as appropriate. |
| PL.VII.A.S3 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Plan the maneuver: |
| PL.VII.A.S3a | Ground Reference Maneuvers | a. Rectangular course: enter a left or right pattern, 600 to 1,000 feet above ground level (AGL) at an appropriate distance from the selected reference area, 45° to the downwind leg |
| PL.VII.A.S3b | Ground Reference Maneuvers | b. S-turns: enter perpendicular to the selected reference line, 600 to 1,000 feet AGL at an appropriate distance from the selected reference area |
| PL.VII.A.S3c | Ground Reference Maneuvers | c. Turns around a point: enter at an appropriate distance from the reference point, 600 to 1,000 feet AGL at an appropriate distance from the selected reference area |
| PL.VII.A.S4 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Apply adequate wind-drift correction during straight and turning flight to maintain a constant ground track around a rectangular reference area, or to maintain a constant radius turn on each side of a selected reference line or point. |
| PL.VII.A.S5 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | If performing S-Turns, reverse the turn directly over the selected reference line; if performing turns around a point, complete turns in either direction, as specified by the evaluator. |
| PL.VII.A.S6 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Divide attention between aircraft control, traffic avoidance and the ground track while maintaining coordinated flight. |
| PL.VII.A.S7 | Ground Reference Maneuvers | Maintain altitude ±100 feet; maintain airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.VIII.A.K1 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Pilotage and dead reckoning. |
| PL.VIII.A.K2 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Magnetic compass errors. |
| PL.VIII.A.K3 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Topography. |
| PL.VIII.A.K4 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Selection of appropriate: |
| PL.VIII.A.K4a | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | a. Route |
| PL.VIII.A.K4b | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | b. Altitude(s) |
| PL.VIII.A.K4c | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | c. Checkpoints |
| PL.VIII.A.K5 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Plotting a course, including: |
| PL.VIII.A.K5a | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | a. Determining heading, speed, and course |
| PL.VIII.A.K5b | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | b. Wind correction angle |
| PL.VIII.A.K5c | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | c. Estimating time, speed, and distance |
| PL.VIII.A.K5d | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | d. True airspeed and density altitude |
| PL.VIII.A.K6 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.VIII.A.K7 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Planned calculations versus actual results and required corrections. |
| PL.VIII.A.R1 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VIII.A.R2 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VIII.A.R3 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Unplanned fuel/power consumption, if applicable. |
| PL.VIII.A.S1 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Prepare and use a flight log. |
| PL.VIII.A.S2 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Navigate by pilotage. |
| PL.VIII.A.S3 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Navigate by means of pre-computed headings, groundspeeds, elapsed time, and reference to landmarks or checkpoints. |
| PL.VIII.A.S4 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Use the magnetic direction indicator in navigation, including turns to headings. |
| PL.VIII.A.S5 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Correct for and record the differences between preflight fuel, groundspeed, and heading calculations and those determined en route. |
| PL.VIII.A.S6 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Verify position within three nautical miles of the flight-planned route. |
| PL.VIII.A.S7 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Arrive at the en route checkpoints within five minutes of the initial or revised estimated time of arrival (ETA) and provide a destination estimate. |
| PL.VIII.A.S8 | Pilotage and Dead Reckoning | Maintain the selected altitude, ±200 feet and heading, ±15°. |
| PL.VIII.B.K1 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Ground-based navigation (identification, orientation, course determination, equipment, tests, regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, and signal integrity). |
| PL.VIII.B.K2 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Satellite-based navigation (e.g., equipment, regulations, authorized use of databases, and Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM)). |
| PL.VIII.B.K3 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Radar assistance to visual flight rules (VFR) aircraft (e.g., operations, equipment, available services, traffic advisories). |
| PL.VIII.B.K4 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Transponder (Mode(s) A, C, and S) and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B). |
| PL.VIII.B.R1 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems. |
| PL.VIII.B.R2 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VIII.B.R3 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Limitations of the navigation system in use. |
| PL.VIII.B.R4 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Loss of a navigation signal. |
| PL.VIII.B.R5 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Use of an electronic flight bag (EFB), if used. |
| PL.VIII.B.S1 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Use an airborne electronic navigation system. |
| PL.VIII.B.S2 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Determine the aircraft's position using the navigation system. |
| PL.VIII.B.S3 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Intercept and track a given course, radial, or bearing. |
| PL.VIII.B.S4 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Recognize and describe the indication of station or waypoint passage. |
| PL.VIII.B.S5 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Recognize signal loss or interference and take appropriate action, if applicable. |
| PL.VIII.B.S6 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Use proper communication procedures when utilizing radar services. |
| PL.VIII.B.S7 | Navigation Systems and Radar Services | Maintain the selected altitude, ±200 feet and heading, ±15°. |
| PL.VIII.C.K1 | Diversion | Selecting an alternate destination. |
| PL.VIII.C.K2 | Diversion | Situations that require deviations from flight plan or air traffic control (ATC) instructions. |
| PL.VIII.C.R1 | Diversion | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VIII.C.R2 | Diversion | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VIII.C.R3 | Diversion | Circumstances that would make diversion prudent. |
| PL.VIII.C.R4 | Diversion | Selecting an airport/heliport/helipad, as applicable. |
| PL.VIII.C.R5 | Diversion | Using available resources (e.g., automation, ATC, and flight deck planning aids). |
| PL.VIII.C.S1 | Diversion | Select a suitable airport/heliport/helipad, as applicable, and route for diversion. |
| PL.VIII.C.S2 | Diversion | Make a reasonable estimate of heading, groundspeed, arrival time, and fuel required to the "divert to" destination. |
| PL.VIII.C.S3 | Diversion | Promptly divert toward the airport/heliport/helipad. |
| PL.VIII.C.S4 | Diversion | Maintain the selected altitude, ±200 feet and heading, ±15°. |
| PL.VIII.C.S5 | Diversion | Update/interpret weather in flight. |
| PL.VIII.C.S6 | Diversion | Use displays of digital weather and aeronautical information, as applicable to maintain situational awareness. |
| PL.VIII.D.K1 | Lost Procedures | Methods to determine position. |
| PL.VIII.D.K2 | Lost Procedures | Assistance available if lost (e.g., radar services, communication procedures). |
| PL.VIII.D.K3 | Lost Procedures | Rapidly deteriorating weather or impending fuel exhaustion. |
| PL.VIII.D.R1 | Lost Procedures | Collision hazards. |
| PL.VIII.D.R2 | Lost Procedures | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.VIII.D.R3 | Lost Procedures | Recording times over waypoints. |
| PL.VIII.D.R4 | Lost Procedures | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.VIII.D.S1 | Lost Procedures | Select an appropriate course of action. |
| PL.VIII.D.S2 | Lost Procedures | Use an appropriate method to determine position. |
| PL.VIII.D.S3 | Lost Procedures | Maintain an appropriate heading and climb as necessary. |
| PL.VIII.D.S4 | Lost Procedures | Identify prominent landmarks. |
| PL.VIII.D.S5 | Lost Procedures | Use navigation systems/facilities or contact an ATC facility for assistance. |
| PL.IX.A.K1 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Aerodynamics associated with slow flight in various aircraft configurations, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and center of gravity, aircraft attitude, and yaw effects. |
| PL.IX.A.R1 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Inadvertent slow flight and flight with a stall warning, which could lead to loss of control. |
| PL.IX.A.R2 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.). |
| PL.IX.A.R3 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Uncoordinated flight. |
| PL.IX.A.R4 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high density altitude). |
| PL.IX.A.R5 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Collision hazards. |
| PL.IX.A.R6 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.IX.A.S1 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Clear the area. |
| PL.IX.A.S2 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Select an entry altitude that allows the Task to be completed no lower than 3,000 feet above ground level (AGL). |
| PL.IX.A.S3 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Establish and maintain an airspeed at which any further increase in angle of attack, increase in load factor, or reduction in power, would result in a stall warning (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.). |
| PL.IX.A.S4 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Accomplish coordinated straight-and-level flight, turns, climbs, and descents with the aircraft configured as specified by the evaluator without a stall warning (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.). |
| PL.IX.A.S5 | Maneuvering During Slow Flight | Maintain the specified altitude, ±100 feet; specified heading, ±10°; airspeed, +10/-0 knots; and specified angle of bank, ±10°. |
| PL.IX.B.K1 | Power-Off Stalls | Aerodynamics associated with stalls in various aircraft configurations, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and center of gravity, aircraft attitude, and yaw effects. |
| PL.IX.B.K2 | Power-Off Stalls | Stall characteristics as they relate to aircraft design, and recognition impending stall and full stall indications using sight, sound, or feel. |
| PL.IX.B.K3 | Power-Off Stalls | Factors and situations that can lead to a power-off stall and actions that can be taken to prevent it. |
| PL.IX.B.K4 | Power-Off Stalls | Fundamentals of stall recovery. |
| PL.IX.B.R1 | Power-Off Stalls | Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent power-off stall, spin, and loss of control. |
| PL.IX.B.R2 | Power-Off Stalls | Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.). |
| PL.IX.B.R3 | Power-Off Stalls | Stall warning(s) during normal operations. |
| PL.IX.B.R4 | Power-Off Stalls | Stall recovery procedure. |
| PL.IX.B.R5 | Power-Off Stalls | Secondary and accelerated stalls. |
| PL.IX.B.R6 | Power-Off Stalls | Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance related to power-off stalls (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high-density altitude). |
| PL.IX.B.R7 | Power-Off Stalls | Collision hazards. |
| PL.IX.B.R8 | Power-Off Stalls | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.IX.B.S1 | Power-Off Stalls | Clear the area. |
| PL.IX.B.S2 | Power-Off Stalls | Select an entry altitude that allows the Task to be completed no lower than 3,000 feet AGL or as recommended by the manufacturer, whichever is higher. |
| PL.IX.B.S3 | Power-Off Stalls | Configure the aircraft in the approach or landing configuration, as specified by the evaluator, and maintain coordinated flight throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.IX.B.S4 | Power-Off Stalls | Establish a stabilized descent. |
| PL.IX.B.S5 | Power-Off Stalls | Transition smoothly from the approach or landing attitude to a pitch attitude that induces a stall. |
| PL.IX.B.S6 | Power-Off Stalls | Maintain a specified heading, ±10° if in straight flight; maintain a specified angle of bank not to exceed 20°, ±10° if in turning flight, while inducing the stall. |
| PL.IX.B.S7 | Power-Off Stalls | Acknowledge cues of the impending stall and then recover promptly after a full stall occurs. |
| PL.IX.B.S8 | Power-Off Stalls | Execute a stall recovery in accordance with procedures set forth in the Flight Manual. |
| PL.IX.B.S9 | Power-Off Stalls | Configure the aircraft as recommended by the manufacturer and accelerate to VX or VY. |
| PL.IX.B.S10 | Power-Off Stalls | Return to the altitude, heading, and airspeed specified by the evaluator. |
| PL.IX.B.S11 | Power-Off Stalls | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.IX.C.K1 | Power-On Stalls | Aerodynamics associated with stalls in various aircraft configurations, including the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, aircraft weight and center of gravity, aircraft attitude, and yaw effects. |
| PL.IX.C.K2 | Power-On Stalls | Stall characteristics as they relate to aircraft design, and recognition impending stall and full stall indications using sight, sound, or feel. |
| PL.IX.C.K3 | Power-On Stalls | Factors and situations that can lead to a power-on stall and actions that can be taken to prevent it. |
| PL.IX.C.K4 | Power-On Stalls | Fundamentals of stall recovery. |
| PL.IX.C.R1 | Power-On Stalls | Factors and situations that could lead to an inadvertent power-on stall, spin, and loss of control. |
| PL.IX.C.R2 | Power-On Stalls | Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., aircraft buffet, stall horn, etc.). |
| PL.IX.C.R3 | Power-On Stalls | Pitch attitude limitations. |
| PL.IX.C.R4 | Power-On Stalls | Stall warning(s) during normal operations. |
| PL.IX.C.R5 | Power-On Stalls | Stall recovery procedure. |
| PL.IX.C.R6 | Power-On Stalls | Secondary stalls and accelerated stalls. |
| PL.IX.C.R7 | Power-On Stalls | Effect of environmental elements on aircraft performance related to power-on stalls (e.g., turbulence, microbursts, and high-density altitude). |
| PL.IX.C.R8 | Power-On Stalls | Collision hazards. |
| PL.IX.C.R9 | Power-On Stalls | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.IX.C.S1 | Power-On Stalls | Clear the area. |
| PL.IX.C.S2 | Power-On Stalls | Select an entry altitude that allows the Task to be completed no lower than 3,000 feet AGL or as recommended by the manufacturer, whichever is higher. |
| PL.IX.C.S3 | Power-On Stalls | Establish the takeoff, departure, or wing-borne configuration, as specified by the evaluator, and maintain coordinated flight throughout the maneuver. |
| PL.IX.C.S4 | Power-On Stalls | Transition smoothly from the takeoff or departure attitude to the pitch attitude that would induce a stall. |
| PL.IX.C.S5 | Power-On Stalls | Maintain a specified heading, ±10° if in straight flight; maintain a specified angle of bank not to exceed 20°, ±10° if in turning flight, while inducing the stall. |
| PL.IX.C.S6 | Power-On Stalls | Acknowledge cues of the impending stall and then recover promptly after a full stall occurs. |
| PL.IX.C.S7 | Power-On Stalls | Execute a stall recovery in accordance with procedures set forth in the Flight Manual. |
| PL.IX.C.S8 | Power-On Stalls | Configure the aircraft as recommended by the manufacturer and accelerate to VX or VY. |
| PL.IX.C.S9 | Power-On Stalls | Return to the altitude, heading, and airspeed specified by the evaluator. |
| PL.IX.C.S10 | Power-On Stalls | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.X.A.K1 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Flight instruments as they relate to: |
| PL.X.A.K1a | Straight-and-Level Flight | a. Instrument limitations and potential errors |
| PL.X.A.K1b | Straight-and-Level Flight | b. Indication of the aircraft attitude |
| PL.X.A.K1c | Straight-and-Level Flight | c. Function and operation |
| PL.X.A.K1d | Straight-and-Level Flight | d. Instrument cross-check techniques |
| PL.X.A.R1 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Instrument flying hazards, including failure to maintain visual flight rules (VFR), spatial disorientation, loss of control, fatigue, stress, and emergency off airport landings. |
| PL.X.A.R2 | Straight-and-Level Flight | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.X.A.R3 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Collision hazards. |
| PL.X.A.R4 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.X.A.R5 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Fixation and omission. |
| PL.X.A.R6 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Instrument Interpretation. |
| PL.X.A.R7 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Control application solely by reference to instruments. |
| PL.X.A.R8 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Trimming the aircraft. |
| PL.X.A.S1 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Maintain straight-and-level flight using proper instrument cross-check and interpretation, and coordinated control application. |
| PL.X.A.S2 | Straight-and-Level Flight | Maintain altitude ±200 feet, heading ±20°, and airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.X.B.K1 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Flight instruments as they relate to: |
| PL.X.B.K2a | Constant Airspeed Climbs | a. Instrument limitations and potential errors |
| PL.X.B.K2b | Constant Airspeed Climbs | b. Indication of the aircraft attitude |
| PL.X.B.K2c | Constant Airspeed Climbs | c. Function and operation |
| PL.X.B.K2d | Constant Airspeed Climbs | d. Proper instrument cross-check techniques |
| PL.X.B.R1 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Instrument flying hazards, including failure to maintain visual flight rules (VFR), spatial disorientation, loss of control, fatigue, stress, and emergency off airport landings. |
| PL.X.B.R2 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.X.B.R3 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Collision hazards. |
| PL.X.B.R4 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.X.B.R5 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Fixation and omission. |
| PL.X.B.R6 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Instrument Interpretation. |
| PL.X.B.R7 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Control application solely by reference to instruments. |
| PL.X.B.R8 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Trimming the aircraft. |
| PL.X.B.S1 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Transition to the climb pitch attitude and power setting on an assigned heading using proper instrument cross-check and interpretation, and coordinated flight control application. |
| PL.X.B.S2 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Climb at a constant airspeed to specific altitudes in straight flight and turns. |
| PL.X.B.S3 | Constant Airspeed Climbs | Level off at the assigned altitude and maintain altitude ±200 feet, heading ±20°, and airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.X.C.K1 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Flight instruments as they relate to: |
| PL.X.C.K1a | Constant Airspeed Descents | a. Instrument limitations and potential errors |
| PL.X.C.K1b | Constant Airspeed Descents | b. Indication of the aircraft attitude |
| PL.X.C.K1c | Constant Airspeed Descents | c. Function and operation |
| PL.X.C.K1d | Constant Airspeed Descents | d. Proper instrument cross-check techniques |
| PL.X.C.R1 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Instrument flying hazards, including failure to maintain visual flight rules (VFR), spatial disorientation, loss of control, fatigue, stress, and emergency off airport landings. |
| PL.X.C.R2 | Constant Airspeed Descents | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.X.C.R3 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Collision hazards. |
| PL.X.C.R4 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.X.C.R5 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Fixation and omission. |
| PL.X.C.R6 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Instrument Interpretation. |
| PL.X.C.R7 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Control application solely by reference to instruments. |
| PL.X.C.R8 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Trimming the aircraft. |
| PL.X.C.S1 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Transition to the descent pitch attitude and power setting on an assigned heading using proper instrument cross-check and interpretation, and coordinated flight control application. |
| PL.X.C.S2 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Descend at a constant airspeed to specific altitudes in straight flight and turns. |
| PL.X.C.S3 | Constant Airspeed Descents | Level off at the assigned altitude and maintain altitude ±200 feet, heading ±20°, and airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.X.D.K1 | Turns to Headings | Flight instruments as they relate to: |
| PL.X.D.K1a | Turns to Headings | a. Instrument limitations and potential errors |
| PL.X.D.K1b | Turns to Headings | b. Indication of the aircraft attitude |
| PL.X.D.K1c | Turns to Headings | c. Function and operation |
| PL.X.D.K1d | Turns to Headings | d. Proper instrument cross-check techniques |
| PL.X.D.R1 | Turns to Headings | Instrument flying hazards, including failure to maintain visual flight rules (VFR), spatial disorientation, loss of control, fatigue, stress, and emergency off airport landings. |
| PL.X.D.R2 | Turns to Headings | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.X.D.R3 | Turns to Headings | Collision hazards. |
| PL.X.D.R4 | Turns to Headings | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.X.D.R5 | Turns to Headings | Fixation and omission. |
| PL.X.D.R6 | Turns to Headings | Instrument Interpretation. |
| PL.X.D.R7 | Turns to Headings | Control application solely by reference to instruments. |
| PL.X.D.R8 | Turns to Headings | Trimming the aircraft. |
| PL.X.D.S1 | Turns to Headings | Turn to headings, maintain altitude ±200 feet, maintain a standard rate turn, roll out on the assigned heading ±10°, and maintain airspeed ±10 knots. |
| PL.X.E.K1 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Prevention of unusual attitudes, including flight causal, physiological, and environmental factors, and system and equipment failures. |
| PL.X.E.K2 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Procedures for recovery from unusual attitudes in flight. |
| PL.X.E.K3 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Procedures available to safely regain visual meteorological conditions (VMC) after flight into inadvertent instrument meteorological conditions or unintended instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC)/(UIMC). |
| PL.X.E.K4 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Appropriate use of automation, if applicable. |
| PL.X.E.R1 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Situations that could lead to loss of control in-flight (LOC-I) or unusual attitudes in-flight (e.g., stress, task saturation, inadequate instrument scan distractions, and spatial disorientation). |
| PL.X.E.R2 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Assessment of the unusual attitude. |
| PL.X.E.R3 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Control input errors, inducing undesired aircraft attitudes. |
| PL.X.E.R4 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Collision hazards. |
| PL.X.E.R5 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.X.E.R6 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Interpreting flight instruments. |
| PL.X.E.R7 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Control application solely by reference to instruments. |
| PL.X.E.R8 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Operating envelope considerations. |
| PL.X.E.S1 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Use proper instrument cross-check and interpretation to identify an unusual attitude (including both nose-high and nose-low) in flight, and apply the appropriate flight control, power input, and aircraft configuration in the correct sequence, to return to a stabilized level flight attitude. |
| PL.X.E.S2 | Recovery from Unusual Flight Attitudes | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.X.F.K1 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Operating communications equipment, including identifying and selecting radio frequencies, requesting and following air traffic control (ATC) instructions. |
| PL.X.F.K2 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Operating navigation equipment, including functions and displays, and following bearings, radials, or courses. |
| PL.X.F.K3 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Air traffic control facilities and services. |
| PL.X.F.R1 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation. |
| PL.X.F.R2 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Using available resources (e.g., automation, ATC, and flight deck planning aids). |
| PL.X.F.S1 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Maintain aircraft control while selecting proper communications frequencies, identifying the appropriate facility, and managing navigation equipment. |
| PL.X.F.S2 | Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services | Comply with ATC instructions. |
| PL.XI.A.K1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Aircraft performance and limitations, (e.g., height velocity (H/V) diagram information). |
| PL.XI.A.K2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Factors involved in determining a valid go/no-go decision. |
| PL.XI.A.K3 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Recognition of powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.A.K4 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Pilot actions required on recognition of powerplant(s) failure, including checklist memory items. |
| PL.XI.A.K5 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Aircraft configuration for landing with powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.A.K6 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Causes of asymmetric thrust conditions and appropriate responses. |
| PL.XI.A.R1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.A.R2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Identification of powerplant(s) failure conditions. |
| PL.XI.A.R3 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Pilot reaction to powerplant(s) failure conditions. |
| PL.XI.A.R4 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.XI.A.S1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Recognize that a powerplant(s) failure has occurred. |
| PL.XI.A.S2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Use flight controls in the proper combination and aircraft configuration as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. |
| PL.XI.A.S3 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Maintain the operating powerplant(s) within acceptable operating limits. |
| PL.XI.A.S4 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Land the aircraft, as appropriate to the scenario presented by the evaluator. |
| PL.XI.A.S5 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.XI.A.S6 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.A.S7 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff in Thrust-Borne Flight | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.B.K1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | The procedures used during a powerplant(s) failure on takeoff, the appropriate reference airspeeds, and the specific pilot actions required. |
| PL.XI.B.K2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Operational considerations to include: aircraft performance (e.g., sideslip, bank angle, etc.), takeoff warning systems, runway length, surface conditions, density altitude, wake turbulence, environmental conditions, obstructions, and other related factors that could adversely affect safety. |
| PL.XI.B.R1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.B.R2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Reaction to the loss of power from one or more powerplants. |
| PL.XI.B.R3 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Deceleration in a space-limited environment. |
| PL.XI.B.R4 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Windshear. |
| PL.XI.B.R5 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Dividing attention inside and outside the aircraft. |
| PL.XI.B.R6 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Runway incursion. |
| PL.XI.B.R7 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.B.R8 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Abnormal operations, including planning for: |
| PL.XI.B.R8a | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | a. Rejected takeoff |
| PL.XI.B.R8b | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | b. Powerplant failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight |
| PL.XI.B.R9 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Energy management. |
| PL.XI.B.S1 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Recognize that a powerplant failure has occurred while performing a rolling takeoff. |
| PL.XI.B.S2 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Input the appropriate flight control(s) and configure the aircraft for maximum deceleration. |
| PL.XI.B.S3 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Maintain the operating powerplant(s) within acceptable operating limits. |
| PL.XI.B.S4 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Apply braking as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.B.S5 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Refer to the checklist to ensure that the emergency procedure was followed correctly. |
| PL.XI.B.S6 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.B.S7 | Powerplant(s) Failure (Simulated) during Takeoff While in Semi-Wing-Borne Flight | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.C.K1 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Flight characteristics and controllability associated with maneuvering the aircraft with powerplant(s) inoperative, including the importance of drag reduction and appropriate aircraft configuration. |
| PL.XI.C.K2 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Aircraft/powerplant limitations. |
| PL.XI.C.K3 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Powerplant restart procedures and conditions where a restart attempt is appropriate. |
| PL.XI.C.K4 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Causes of asymmetric thrust conditions and appropriate responses. |
| PL.XI.C.R1 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Potential powerplant(s) failure during flight. |
| PL.XI.C.R2 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Following checklist procedures for a powerplant(s) failure or a powerplant(s) restart. |
| PL.XI.C.R3 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Identifying the powerplant(s) that failed. |
| PL.XI.C.R4 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Collision hazards. |
| PL.XI.C.R5 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Aircraft configuration. |
| PL.XI.C.R6 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Factors and situations that could lead to loss of control with an inflight powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.C.R7 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.C.S1 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Recognize and correctly identify powerplant(s) failure, complete memory items (if applicable), and maintain positive aircraft control. |
| PL.XI.C.S2 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate emergency procedures and checklist(s) for powerplant shutdown. |
| PL.XI.C.S3 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Use flight controls and configure the aircraft in the proper combination as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required, to maintain best performance, and trim as required. |
| PL.XI.C.S4 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Determine the cause for the powerplant(s) failure and if a restart is a viable option. |
| PL.XI.C.S5 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Maintain the operating powerplant(s) within acceptable operating limits. |
| PL.XI.C.S6 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Maintain the airspeed ±10 knots, the specified heading ±10°, and altitude ±100 feet as specified by the evaluator and within the aircraft's capability. |
| PL.XI.C.S7 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Consider a powerplant restart and, if appropriate, demonstrate the powerplant restart procedures in accordance with the manufacturer or operator specified procedures and checklists. |
| PL.XI.C.S8 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Select the nearest suitable airport or landing area. |
| PL.XI.C.S9 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Communicate with air traffic control (ATC) and the evaluator, as appropriate for the situation. |
| PL.XI.C.S10 | Inflight Powerplant(s) Failure and Restart in Multi-Powerplant Aircraft | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.D.K1 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Elements of vortex ring state. |
| PL.XI.D.K2 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Effects of wind, weight, temperature, and density altitude. |
| PL.XI.D.K3 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Requirements for the formation of VRS. |
| PL.XI.D.K4 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Aircraft systems that aid the pilot in avoiding VRS, if applicable. |
| PL.XI.D.K5 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Aerodynamics and indications of VRS. |
| PL.XI.D.K6 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Flight scenarios under which VRS can occur. |
| PL.XI.D.K7 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Asymmetric VRS, if applicable. |
| PL.XI.D.K8 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Effective recovery techniques. |
| PL.XI.D.K9 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Control inputs and configuration changes to recover from VRS. |
| PL.XI.D.R1 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Conditions for entering VRS. |
| PL.XI.D.R2 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Pilot recognition and response to VRS. |
| PL.XI.D.R3 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Loss of control. |
| PL.XI.D.R4 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Collision hazards. |
| PL.XI.D.R5 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.D.S1 | Vortex Ring State (VRS) Avoidance | [Intentionally left blank]. |
| PL.XI.E.K1 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Elements of approach and landing with powerplant(s) failure. |
| PL.XI.E.K2 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Effects of atmospheric conditions on emergency approach and landing. |
| PL.XI.E.K3 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts. |
| PL.XI.E.K4 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Air traffic control (ATC) services to aircraft in distress. |
| PL.XI.E.K5 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Appropriate approach and landing profiles and aircraft configurations. |
| PL.XI.E.K6 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Causes of asymmetric thrust conditions and appropriate responses. |
| PL.XI.E.K7 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Go-around/rejected landing procedures with a powerplant failure. |
| PL.XI.E.R1 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Consideration of altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, and available landing area. |
| PL.XI.E.R2 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Planning and following a flightpath to the selected landing area. |
| PL.XI.E.R3 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Collision hazards. |
| PL.XI.E.R4 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Flight control input(s). |
| PL.XI.E.R5 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). |
| PL.XI.E.R6 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.E.R7 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Go-around/rejected landing. |
| PL.XI.E.S1 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Maintain the operating powerplant(s) within limits. |
| PL.XI.E.S2 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Maintain, prior to beginning the final approach segment, the recommended flight profile with altitude ±100 feet, airspeed, ±10 knots, heading ±10°, and maintains track. |
| PL.XI.E.S3 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Use flight controls in the proper combination and aircraft configuration as recommended by the manufacturer, or as required to maintain best performance, and trim as required. |
| PL.XI.E.S4 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Select a suitable landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain and obstructions. |
| PL.XI.E.S5 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Plan and follow a flightpath to the selected landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, and obstructions. |
| PL.XI.E.S6 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Maintain directional control and appropriate crosswind correction throughout the approach and landing. |
| PL.XI.E.S7 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.XI.E.S8 | Approach and Landing with Powerplant(s) Failure | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.F.K1 | Emergency Descent | Situations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or fire). |
| PL.XI.F.K2 | Emergency Descent | Immediate action items and emergency procedures. |
| PL.XI.F.K3 | Emergency Descent | Airspeed, including airspeed limitations. |
| PL.XI.F.K4 | Emergency Descent | Aircraft performance and limitations. |
| PL.XI.F.R1 | Emergency Descent | Altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, gliding distance, and available landing distance considerations. |
| PL.XI.F.R2 | Emergency Descent | Collision hazards. |
| PL.XI.F.R3 | Emergency Descent | Flight control input(s) and aircraft configuration. |
| PL.XI.F.R4 | Emergency Descent | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.F.S1 | Emergency Descent | Clear the area. |
| PL.XI.F.S2 | Emergency Descent | Establish and maintain the appropriate airspeed and configuration appropriate to the scenario specified by the evaluator and as covered in the manufacturer's flight manual for the emergency descent. |
| PL.XI.F.S3 | Emergency Descent | Maintain orientation, divide attention appropriately, and plan and execute a smooth recovery. |
| PL.XI.F.S4 | Emergency Descent | Use bank angles between 30° and 45° to maintain positive load factors during the descent. |
| PL.XI.F.S5 | Emergency Descent | Maintain appropriate airspeed, +0/-10 knots, and level off at specified altitude, ±100 feet. |
| PL.XI.F.S6 | Emergency Descent | Make radio calls as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.F.S7 | Emergency Descent | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.XI.F.S8 | Emergency Descent | Use single-pilot resource management (SRM) or crew resource management (CRM), as appropriate. |
| PL.XI.G.K1 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) operations, limitations, and testing requirements. |
| PL.XI.G.K2 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Fire extinguisher operations and limitations. |
| PL.XI.G.K3 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Emergency equipment and survival gear needed for: |
| PL.XI.G.K3a | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | a. Climate extremes (hot/cold) |
| PL.XI.G.K3b | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | b. Mountainous terrain |
| PL.XI.G.K3c | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | c. Overwater operations |
| PL.XI.G.R1 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Survival gear (water, clothing, shelter) for 48 to 72 hours. |
| PL.XI.G.S1 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Identify appropriate equipment and personal gear. |
| PL.XI.G.S2 | Emergency Equipment and Survival Gear | Brief passengers on proper use of on-board emergency equipment and survival gear. |
| PL.XI.H.K1 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Causes of partial or complete power loss related to the specific type of powerplant(s). |
| PL.XI.H.K2 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | System and equipment malfunctions specific to the aircraft, including: |
| PL.XI.H.K2a | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | a. Electrical malfunction |
| PL.XI.H.K2b | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | b. Vacuum/pressure and associated flight instrument malfunctions |
| PL.XI.H.K2c | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | c. Pitot-static system malfunction |
| PL.XI.H.K2d | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | d. Electronic flight deck display malfunction |
| PL.XI.H.K2e | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | e. Landing gear or flap malfunction |
| PL.XI.H.K2f | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | f. Inoperative trim |
| PL.XI.H.K3 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Smoke/fire/powerplant compartment fire. |
| PL.XI.H.K4 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Any other system specific to the aircraft (e.g., supplemental oxygen, deicing). |
| PL.XI.H.K5 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Inadvertent door or window opening. |
| PL.XI.H.R1 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Startle response. |
| PL.XI.H.R2 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Checklist usage for a system or equipment malfunction. |
| PL.XI.H.R3 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XI.H.R4 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Undesired aircraft state. |
| PL.XI.H.S1 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Determine appropriate action for simulated emergencies specified by the evaluator, from at least three of the elements or sub-elements listed in K1 through K5. |
| PL.XI.H.S2 | Systems and Equipment Malfunctions | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.XI.I.K1 | Dynamic Rollover | Elements related to dynamic rollover. |
| PL.XI.I.K2 | Dynamic Rollover | Interactions between thrust, crosswind, slope, lateral CG, aircraft weight, and flight controls that contribute to dynamic rollover. |
| PL.XI.I.K3 | Dynamic Rollover | Preventive flight technique and recovery during flight operations, including slope operations. |
| PL.XI.I.K4 | Dynamic Rollover | Aircraft slope limitations. |
| PL.XI.I.R1 | Dynamic Rollover | Surface conditions conducive to dynamic rollover. |
| PL.XI.I.R2 | Dynamic Rollover | Landing gear proximity to the surface. |
| PL.XI.I.R3 | Dynamic Rollover | Flight control inputs during takeoff or landing. |
| PL.XI.I.R4 | Dynamic Rollover | Sideward hover. |
| PL.XI.I.R5 | Dynamic Rollover | Critical rollover angle and rolling moment. |
| PL.XI.I.R6 | Dynamic Rollover | Translating tendency. |
| PL.XI.I.S1 | Dynamic Rollover | [Intentionally left blank]. |
| PL.XII.A.K1 | Night Operations | Physiological aspects of vision related to night flying. |
| PL.XII.A.K2 | Night Operations | Required aircraft equipment and lighting for night operations. |
| PL.XII.A.K3 | Night Operations | Personal equipment essential for night flight. |
| PL.XII.A.K4 | Night Operations | Night orientation, navigation, chart reading techniques and methods for maintaining night vision effectiveness. |
| PL.XII.A.K5 | Night Operations | Visual illusions at night. |
| PL.XII.A.K6 | Night Operations | Lighting systems identifying airports/heliports/helipads/landing areas, runways, taxiways and obstructions, as well as pilot controlled lighting. |
| PL.XII.A.K7 | Night Operations | Interpretation of traffic position and direction based solely on position lights. |
| PL.XII.A.K8 | Night Operations | Night taxi operations. |
| PL.XII.A.K9 | Night Operations | Appropriate use of automation, if applicable. |
| PL.XII.A.R1 | Night Operations | Collision hazards. |
| PL.XII.A.R2 | Night Operations | Runway incursion. |
| PL.XII.A.R3 | Night Operations | Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. |
| PL.XII.A.R4 | Night Operations | Effect of visual illusions and night adaptation during all phases of night flying. |
| PL.XII.A.R5 | Night Operations | Night currency versus proficiency. |
| PL.XII.A.R6 | Night Operations | Weather considerations specific to night operations. |
| PL.XII.A.R7 | Night Operations | Inoperative equipment. |
| PL.XII.A.S1 | Night Operations | [Intentionally left blank]. |
| PL.XIII.A.K1 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Parking, shutdown, securing, and postflight inspection. |
| PL.XIII.A.K2 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Documenting in-flight/postflight discrepancies. |
| PL.XIII.A.R1 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Activities and distractions. |
| PL.XIII.A.R2 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Airport/heliport specific security procedures. |
| PL.XIII.A.R3 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp. |
| PL.XIII.A.S1 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Minimize any hazardous effects of thrust/downwash during hover, if applicable. |
| PL.XIII.A.S2 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Park in an appropriate area, considering the safety of nearby persons and property. |
| PL.XIII.A.S3 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Complete the appropriate checklist(s). |
| PL.XIII.A.S4 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any. |
| PL.XIII.A.S5 | After Landing, Parking, and Securing | Secure the aircraft. |