XII. Postflight Procedures

A. Task: After Landing, Parking and Securing (ASEL, AMEL)

To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with after landing, parking, and securing procedures.

References

Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2), Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3), Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25); POH/AFM

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

  • 1) Airplane shutdown, securing, and postflight inspection.
  • 2) Documenting in-flight/postflight discrepancies.

Risk Management

The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

  • 1) Activities and distractions.
  • 2) [Archived]
  • 3) Airport specific security procedures.
  • 4) Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.

Skills

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

  • 1) [Archived]
  • 2) Park in an appropriate area, considering the safety of nearby persons and property.
  • 3) Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
  • 4) Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
  • 5) Secure the airplane.