AIM Chapter 10

Question 0

Approach to a specific landing site AIM 10-1-3

Answer 0

• approach is aligned to a MAP, which landing can be accomplished with maximum course correction of 30 degrees
• pilot must have visual of landing site at or before MAP
• maintain published visibility throughout the visual segment
• reach MAP advise ATC whether proceeding visually and canceling IFR or complying with MAP instructions

Question 1

Copter approach AIM 10-1-2 (1-3)

Answer 1

• helicopter approaches which bring minimums down for helicopter use
• helicopters must maintain cat A performance to fly a copter approach

Question 2

Approach to a point in space (PINS approach)

Answer 2

• MAP is located more than 2 SM from landing site
• requires turns greater than 30 degrees
• proceed VFR from MAP or conduct the specified MAP
• must be able to safely transition from IFR to VFR or execute a missed approach
• visual contact with landing site is not required however you must maintain the higher of VFR weather minimums
• reach MAP advise ATC wether proceeding visually and canceling IFR or complying with MAP instructions