PA.VIII.F — Task F — Radio Communications, Navigation Systems/Facilities, and Radar Services
FAA-S-ACS-6C — Area of Operation VIII
Official ACS text — PA.VIII.F
ACS — CERTIFICATION STANDARDReferences: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-15, FAA-H-8083-25
Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with radio communications, navigation systems/facilities, and radar services available for use during flight solely by reference to instruments.
Knowledge — The applicant demonstrates understanding of:
PA.VIII.F.K1 Operating communications equipment, including identifying and selecting radio frequencies, requesting and following air traffic control (ATC) instructions.
PA.VIII.F.K2 Operating navigation equipment, including functions and displays, and following bearings, radials, or courses.
PA.VIII.F.K3 Air traffic control facilities and services.
Risk Management — The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:
PA.VIII.F.R1 When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation.
PA.VIII.F.R2 Using available resources (e.g., automation, ATC, and flight deck planning aids).
Skills — The applicant exhibits the skill to:
PA.VIII.F.S1 Maintain airplane control while selecting proper communications frequencies, identifying the appropriate facility, and managing navigation equipment.
PA.VIII.F.S2 Comply with ATC instructions.
PA.VIII.F.S3 [Archived] Private Pilot for Airplane Category ACS (FAA-S-ACS-6C) 51
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.