References

Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2), Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3), Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook (FAA-H-8083-23), Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25); Aviation Weather Handbook (FAA-H-8083-28), POH/AFM

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• 1) Pilot self-assessment.
• 2) Determining that the airplane to be used is appropriate and airworthy.
• 3) Airplane preflight inspection, including:
  • a. Which items should be inspected
  • b. The reasons for checking each item
  • c. How to detect possible defects
  • d. The associated regulations
• 4) Environmental factors including weather, terrain, route selection, and obstructions.

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks associated with:

• 1) Pilot.
• 2) Aircraft.
• 3) Environment (e.g., weather, airports, airspace, terrain, obstacles).
• 4) External pressures.
• 5) Aviation security concerns.

Skills

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

• 1) Inspect the airplane with reference to an appropriate checklist.
• 2) Verify the airplane is in condition for safe flight and conforms to its type design.
• 3) Perform self-assessment.
• 4) Continue to assess the environment for safe flight.