Instructor » Flight Test Standards Gyroplane » Aircraft Performance
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Task: Aircraft performance and operating requirements
Objective:
To determine that the candidate;
(a) Uses the appropriate performance charts or aircraft’s flight manual, to calculate take-off and landing distances with due consideration to density altitude, runway slope, wind and any other relevant conditions in relation to private operations (within a reasonable time).
(b) Makes a sound decision on whether the required performance is within the aircraft’s capability.
(c) Demonstrates knowledge of the effects of seasonal and atmospheric conditions on the aircraft’s performance.
