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.