| D. Spin Awareness | ||
| References | FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3; AC-61-67; POH/AFM | |
| Objective | To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with spins, flight situations where unintentional spins may occur and procedures for recovery from unintentional spins; | |
| Applicant demonstrates understanding of: | ||
| K1 | Aerodynamics associated with spins in various airplane configurations, to include the relationship between angle of attack, airspeed, load factor, power setting, airplane weight and center of gravity, airplane attitude and yaw effects | |
| K2 | What causes a spin and how to identify the entry, incipient, and developed phases of a spin | |
| K3 | Spin recovery procedure | |
| The Applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks encompassing: | ||
| R1 | Factors and situations that could lead to inadvertent spin and loss of control | |
| R2 | Range and limitations of stall warning indicators (e.g., airplane buffet, stall horn, etc.) | |
| R3 | Improper spin recovery procedure | |
| R4 | Effect of environmental elements on airplane performance related to spins (e.g., turbulence, microbursts and high density altitude) | |
| R5 | Collision hazards to includ aircraft, terrain, obstacles and wires. | |
| R6 | Distractions,or improper task management, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation | |
| { intentionally left blank } | ||