IPC Flight Activities (9.4)
the ACS task chart requires
- one precision approach
- one non-precision approach
- loss of the primary flight instruments
a proficient instrument pilot must possess knowledge and skill in three distinct, but interrelated, areas
- Aircraft control skills
maintain control of the aircraft when faced with a major distraction, and/or when flying the missed approach procedure
- Aircraft systems knowledge
demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in using avionics and aircraft systems, including GPS moving map navigators and the autopilot
- Aeronautical decision-making (ADM)
explain why the alternate airport selected for the diversion exercise is a safe and appropriate choice; information and automation management skills