What is the purpose of engine-out training in checkride preparation?

The purpose of engine-out training in checkride preparation is to enhance skills in handling an aircraft during engine failure. This training simulates real-world scenarios where a pilot might have to manage a situation where one of the engines has failed. It emphasizes critical aspects such as maintaining control of the aircraft, understanding the aerodynamic effects of losing engine power, and executing proper emergency procedures.

Pilots learn to recognize engine failure early, assess their options, and apply effective techniques for dealing with it, including maintaining the correct airspeed, configuring the aircraft correctly, and knowing how to troubleshoot or respond to the situation. This training is crucial for terms of safety and allows pilots to build confidence and proficiency in managing one of the most critical situations that can occur in multi-engine flying.

Options focusing on improving speed performance, familiarizing pilots with flight patterns, or reducing aircraft weight do not address the essential safety skills and emergency response capabilities that are central to effective engine-out training.