AirDorrin: Multi-engine Ground School - Lesson #3


Drag and VMC concepts; fly a localizer back course scenario

This lesson will ensure the pilot understands and can explain VMC concepts and implications. The Drag Demonstration will be performed by the instructor to emphasize the effects of a properly executed engine out procedure, and the reasons for each step performed.

The pilot will then practice the infrequently used ILS back-course approach, after an engine has failed and been secured. Equipment malfunction scenarios will be introduced, in preparation for future lessons.

PREFLIGHT ORIENTATION
FLIGHT
POSTFLIGHT EVALUATION

Review of flight performance and profile
Logging Time
Simulator shut-down

QUESTIONS

Vmc is the minimum airspeed at which directional control can be maintained with the critical engine inoperative. How is this indicated on the airspeed indicator?

What are the FAA sets guidelines that aircraft manufacturers must follow in determining Vmc speed? (Sally Makes Cakes For All U Men)

The critical engine is the engine whose failure most adversely affects the performance and handling qualities of the airplane. What factors contribute to determine which engine is critical?

How can you determine which engine is critical on a twin with couter-rotating propellers?

fed 10/5/2008