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DescriptionSimulated engine failure occurs, and the airplane is troubleshooted and maneuvered to the best applicable landing site. ObjectiveTo develop the skill and proficiency necessary to accomplish a power-off emergency approach and landing at the best available site. Procedure• Recognize.• Airspeed. Establish best glide speed (65 KIAS) using back pressure on the yoke and maintain altitude as long as possible. Trim to relieve control pressures.• Best field. Choose a suitable landing site within glide range considering wind, obstructions, and field conditions.• Checklist. A flow check should be completed to troubleshoot reason for engine failure.••••••• Fuel selector………………… both••••••• Mixture………………………… rich••••••• Throttle………………………… cycle, then idle••••••• Carb heat……………………… on••••••• Ignition…………………………. cycle, then both••••••• Primer…………………………… in and locked••••••• If engine does not restart and altitude permits, complete engine failure in flight checklist• Declare. Notify ATC on the appropriate frequency (121.5). Set transponder to squawk 7700.• Exit strategy. Complete emergency landing without power checklist (time permitting). ACS Standards• Establish and maintain the recommended best glide airspeed, ±10 knots.• Configure the airplane in accordance with POH/AFM and existing circumstances.• Suitable landing area considering altitude, wind, terrain, obstructions, and glide distance.• Plan and follow a flight path to the selected landing area.• Prepare for landing as specified by the evaluator.• Complete the appropriate checklist.