PA.VI.D — Task D — Lost Procedures
FAA-S-ACS-6C — Area of Operation VI
Official ACS text — PA.VI.D
ACS — CERTIFICATION STANDARDReferences: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25; VFR Navigation Charts
Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with lost procedures and can take appropriate steps to achieve a satisfactory outcome if lost.
Knowledge — The applicant demonstrates understanding of:
PA.VI.D.K1 Methods to determine position.
PA.VI.D.K2 Assistance available if lost (e.g., radar services, communication procedures).
Risk Management — The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:
PA.VI.D.R1 Collision hazards.
PA.VI.D.R2 Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
PA.VI.D.R3 Recording times over waypoints. Private Pilot for Airplane Category ACS (FAA-S-ACS-6C) 41
PA.VI.D.R4 When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation.
Skills — The applicant exhibits the skill to:
PA.VI.D.S1 Use an appropriate method to determine position.
PA.VI.D.S2 Maintain an appropriate heading and climb as necessary.
PA.VI.D.S3 Identify prominent landmarks.
PA.VI.D.S4 Use navigation systems/facilities or contact an ATC facility for assistance.
PA.VI.D.S5 Select an appropriate course of action. Private Pilot for Airplane Category ACS (FAA-S-ACS-6C) 42
Reproduced from FAA-S-ACS-6C, Change 1 (November 2023). Verify against the official document before relying on it.
Is this a regulation?
No — this is a certification standard, not a regulation.
Airman Certification Standards. The ACS defines what an applicant must know, consider and do to pass a practical test. It is a certification standard, not a regulation.