Why do some associate flying and training in a multi engine aircraft with a greater risk?
(CA.X.A)
A. Heavier, Faster, Systems more Complex. Requires more planning and pilot skills
B. Higher workload for pilot (task saturation)
C. Emergency situation can deteriorate quicker than in a single engine aircraft.
D. Flight training, considerable time operating on single engine. Risk increased.
What are some of the factors that can lead to a loss in situational awareness in a ME aircraft? (CA.X.A)
A. High workload (Task saturation)
B. Troubleshooting equipment issues (Fixation)
C. Distractions and interruptions (e.g. ATC, other air traffic, navigation)
D. Insufficient knowledge of aircraft (confusion)
E. Over reliance on avionics (complacency and inattention).
When planning for a cross country flight – what should you consider about single-engine service ceiling as it relates to your enroute portion of the flight? (CA.X.C)
Following an engine failure, can the aircraft maintain the minimum enroute altitude (MEA) if flying IFR or terrain clearance flying VFR?
What is meant by the term “Drift Down”? (CA.X.C)
If we’re above the SE absolute ceiling, we are going to “drift down” to that ceiling.
Pilot should maintain VYse (blue line) to minimize altitude loss.
