Multi Engine Regs Flashcards
Covers FAR Pt 23 regs as they pertain to twin engine aircraft
What aircraft categories are covered under FAR 23.3?
Normal, Utility, Aerobatic, Commuter
What are the certifications for normal category aircraft?
No more than 9 seats (excluding pilot), MTOW under 12,500 lbs, approved for non-aerobatic maneuvers (commercial maneuvers, stalls)
What are the certifications for utility category aircraft?
Same as normal except limited aerobatics allowed (spins, commercial maneuvers, bank up to 90 deg)
What are the certifications for aerobatic category aircraft?
Same as normal except no maneuver limitations
What are the certifications for commuter category aircraft?
Multi engine aircraft with up to 19 passenger seats, MTOW 19,000, normal flying only (steep turns with banks up to 60 deg)
Define Minimum control speed. What regulation covers it?
Minimum Speed At Which Control Can Be Maintained When Critical Engine Is Made Inoperative. FAR 23.149
What does FAR 23.67 One Engine Inop climb state for aircraft above 6000 lbs or have a Vso greater than 61kts?
The aircraft must have a Positive Climb Gradient of 1.5% at 5,000 feet PRESSURE ALTITUDE
What does FAR 23.67 One Engine Inop climb state for aircraft at or less than 6000 lbs and have a Vso less than 61kts?
Climb Gradient Must Be Determined Can be a descent
What does FAR 23.51 state regarding take off speeds?
Vr must not be less than 1.05 Vso or 1.1 Vs, whichever is greater. At 50 ft AGL aircraft must attain an airspeed of 1.1 Vmc or 1.2 Vs whichever is greater
What does FAR 23.53 state regarding take offs?
Distance to Takeoff and Climb Over 50 ft Obstacle Must Be Determined
Describe FAR 23.65 as is pertains to the climb gradient of aircraft under 6000 lbs.
A climb gradient of 8.3% must be achieved at sea level in a normal take off situation
What does FAR 23.75 state about landing distances and skill required?
Distance To Land Over 50 ft Obstacle Must Be Determined. The landing may not require more than average piloting skill
