Lesson 12.0 Emergency Procedures

Lesson 12.0 – Emergency Procedures

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Emergencies are rare, but when they occur the pilot’s knowledge, training, and decision-making determine the outcome. This unit covers the most important emergency situations a private pilot may face and the standard principles for handling them.

In these sub-lessons you will learn:

• 12.1 Engine Failure and Forced Landings Immediate actions, best glide, and selecting a landing site

• 12.2 In-Flight Fires and Electrical Problems Engine, electrical, and cabin fire procedures

• 12.3 System and Instrument Failures Vacuum, electrical, pitot-static, and other common failures

• 12.4 Lost Procedures and Diversion What to do when you are unsure of your position

• 12.5 Emergency Communication and Declaring an Emergency How and when to declare an emergency and what help is available

The goal of this unit is to build automatic, correct responses and good judgment under pressure.