AA.VII.A.K2
KnowledgeSituations that would require an emergency descent (e.g., depressurization, smoke, or engine fire).
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- Chapter 18: Emergency Procedures › In-Flight Fire › Engine Fire
AFM/POH for the particular airplane. For the purposes of this handbook, in-flight fires are classified as in-flight engine fires, electrical fires, and cabin fires. Engine Fire An in-flight engine compartment fire is usually caused by a failure ... engine itself, an engine-driven accessory, a defective induction or exhaust system, or a broken line. Engine compartment fires may also result from maintenance errors, such as improperly installed/fastened lines and/or fittings resulting in leaks…
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Electrical fires Elementary eights Eights across a road Eights along a road Eights around pylons Eights-on-pylons Elevator trim stall Emergencies Emergency approaches and landings (simulated) Emergency descents Emergency landings Psychological hazards 18-1 Types of emergency landings Ditching ... Forced landing Precautionary landing Emergency situations Energy balance equation Energy error Energy distribution error Total energy error Energy exchange Energy height or total specific energy (ES) Energy state Energy system Engine and propeller Engine failure: After lift-off After takeoff…
- Chapter 18: Emergency Procedures › Emergency Descents
landing gear extended speed (VLE), or the maximum flap extended speed (VFE), as applicable. In the case of an engine fire, a high airspeed descent could blow out the fire. However, the weakening of the airplane structure is a major…
- Chapter 9: Flight Manuals and Other Documents › Placards › Emergency Procedures (Section 3)
emergencies or critical situations are located in the Emergency Procedures section. Some of the emergencies covered include: engine failure, fire, and system failure. The procedures for inflight engine restarting and ditching may also be included. Manufacturers may first show…