Engine Failures

Question 1

In general, a restart attempt can be made if:

Answer 1

1) No heavy vibration was felt before shutdown.
2) No fire, smoke, or leaking fluids are visible.
3) Rotation of the propeller is possible (no signs of visible damage).
4) Time and altitude permit.

Question 2

What is Drift-Down Procedure?

Answer 2

If the airplane is above its single-engine absolute ceiling at the time of engine failure, it will slowly lose altitude until single-engine ceiling is approached.

Question 3

During the drift down, To minimize the rate of altitude loss, the pilot should:

Answer 3

Maintain VYSE.
max power on the operative engine.
restart, secure the inoperative engine and feather the propeller.

Question 4

What is Precautionary Shutdown?

Answer 4

The engine is failing but not failed and making decision to shutdown

Question 5

What should you consider before precautionary shutdown?

Answer 5

1) no doubt for further safe flight, continue engine
2) Vibration, smoke, blistering paint, and large trails of oil indicate a critical situation.
3) Land as soon as practical

Question 6

What are the practical test requirements for engine out?

Answer 6

Engine failure on takeoff (simulated below 50% of VMC)

Engine failure after liftoff (simulated above 400′ AGL)

Engine failure in cruise flight (above 3,000′ AGL unless otherwise specified by the aircraft manufacturer)

Single-engine approach and landing (simulated)

Question 7

what is the action for Engine Failure During Takeoff (Simulated)

Answer 7

abort the takeoff by retarding both throttles to idle, apply the wheel brakes, and maintain directional control.

Question 8

what are the Common Errors (Engine Failure After Liftoff)

Answer 8

1) Rushing through the checklist
2) Misidentifying the failed engine
3) A loss of control of the aircraft
4) Failing to pitch for and maintain VYSE
5) Failing to feather the propeller on the inoperative engine

Question 9

Common Errors (Engine Failure During Cruise Flight)

Answer 9

Failure to follow prescribed emergency checklist
Failure to recognize an inoperative engine
Hazards of improperly identifying and verifying the inoperative engine
Failure to properly adjust engine controls and reduce drag
Failure to establish and maintain the best engine inoperative airspeed
Improper trim procedure
Failure to establish and maintain proper bank for best performance
Failure to maintain positive control while maneuvering