Compliance With Departure, En Route, and Arrival Procedures and Clearances

References: 14 CFR parts 61,91; FAA-H-8083-15; DPs; En Route Low Altitude Charts; STARs.

Objective. To determine that the applicant:

1. Exhibits adequate knowledge of the elements related to ATS routes, and related pilot/controller responsibilities.

2. Uses the current and appropriate navigation publications for the proposed flight.

3. Selects and uses the appropriate communication facilities; selects and identifies the navigation aids associated with the proposed flight.

4. Performs the appropriate aircraft checklist items relative to the phase of flight.

5. Establishes two-way communications with the proper controlling agency, using proper phraseology.

6. Complies, in a timely manner, with all ATC instructions and airspace restrictions.

7. Exhibits adequate knowledge of communication failure procedures.

8. Intercepts, in a timely manner, all courses, radials, and bearings appropriate to the procedure, route, or clearance.

9. Maintains the applicable airspeed within +/-10 knots; headings witin +/-10°; altitude within +/-100 feet; and tracks a course, radial or bearing within 3/4 scale deflection of the CDI.