Engine Out! What Now?

Engine failures happen. Prepare for the possibility by practicing simulated engine-outs and emergency landing procedures with an instructor—and considering the psychological hazards that may affect your reaction to a real emergency.

For safety reasons, most of a pilot’s training for emergency landings takes place over suitable terrain. But sometimes engine failures happen when you’re flying over congested areas, forests, or just after takeoff. Pilots may not act appropriately because of fear and lack of training.