PA.II.A — Task A — Preflight Assessment

References: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25, FAA-H-8083-28; POH/AFM

Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with preparation for safe flight.

Knowledge — The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

PA.II.A.K1 Pilot self-assessment.

PA.II.A.K2 Determining that the airplane to be used is appropriate and airworthy.

PA.II.A.K3 Airplane preflight inspection, including:

PA.II.A.K3a a. Which items should be inspected

PA.II.A.K3b b. The reasons for checking each item

PA.II.A.K3c c. How to detect possible defects

PA.II.A.K3d d. The associated regulations

PA.II.A.K4 Environmental factors, including weather, terrain, route selection, and obstructions.

Risk Management — The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

PA.II.A.R1 Pilot.

PA.II.A.R2 Aircraft.

PA.II.A.R3 Environment (e.g., weather, airports, airspace, terrain, obstacles).

PA.II.A.R4 External pressures.

PA.II.A.R5 Aviation security concerns.

Skills — The applicant exhibits the skill to:

PA.II.A.S1 Inspect the airplane with reference to an appropriate checklist.

PA.II.A.S2 Verify the airplane is in condition for safe flight and conforms to its type design.

PA.II.A.S3 Perform self-assessment.

PA.II.A.S4 Continue to assess the environment for safe flight.