FAA releases 2010 PTS
The FAA has just released a 2010 version of the Instrument rating Practical test standards aka “PTS”
A few changes in emphasis mainly. If you have an auto pilot it should be used. Also when conducting an IPC this should now include a circle to land.
For example; “To determine the applicant can effectively use the automation
features of the aircraft, including autopilot and flight management
systems, in such a way to manage workload and can remain aware of
the current and anticipated modes and status of the automation. The
applicant should:
1. Explain how to recognize the current mode of operation of the
autopilot/FMS.
2. Explain how to recognize anticipated and unanticipated mode
or status changes of the autopilot/FMS.
3. State at any time during the flight the current mode or status
and what the next anticipated mode or status will be.
4. Use the autopilot/FMS to reduce workload as appropriate for
the phase of flight, during emergency or abnormal operations.
5. Recognize unanticipated mode changes in a timely manner
and promptly return the automation to the correct mode.”
Please do read through all the changes carefully
You can download the PDF here for free:
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