Effective engine-out training should prioritize flying the aircraft (picking a field and setting up to land) before attempting an engine restart, and pilots should practice controlled gliding approaches, such as circling descents.
Developing a consistent "sight picture" for landing is crucial for proper aircraft placement and managing ground effect, contributing to safer and more controlled touchdowns.
Thanks for your excellent, thorough article on engine-loss training (“Engine-Out Training”) in the August 2021 issue. It reminds me that, in my experience, most of the training involves the procedure for restarting the engine. This is one-third of the response needed.
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