| E. Short field takeoff and Maximum performance climb |
| References |
FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3; POH/AFM; AIM |
| Objectives |
To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with Short Field Takeoff and Maximum performance Climbs |
| The applicant demonstrates understanding of: |
| K1 |
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind on takeoff and climb performance |
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| K2 |
Vx and Vy |
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| K3 |
Appropriate airplane configuration. |
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| The Applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks encompassing: |
| R1 |
Selection of runway based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance and wind |
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| R2 |
Effects of: |
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| R2a |
a. Crosswind |
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| R2b |
b. Windshear |
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| R2c |
c. Tailwind |
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| R2d |
d. Wake Turbulence |
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| R2e |
e. Runway surface / condition |
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| R3 |
Abnormal operations, to include planning for: |
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| R3a |
a. Rejected takeoff |
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| R3b |
b: engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight |
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| R4 |
Collision hazards to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, wires, vehicles, persons, and wildlife |
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| R5 |
Low Altitude maneuvering including stall, spin, or CFIT |
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| R6 |
Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management |
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| The applicant demonstrates the ability to: |
| S1 |
Complete the appropriate checklist |
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| S2 |
Make radio calls as appropriate |
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| S3 |
Verify assigned / correct runway |
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| S4 |
Ascertain wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators |
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| S5 |
Position the flight controls for the existing wind |
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| S6 |
- Clear the area
- maintain necessary flight control inputs
- taxi into takeoff position and align the airplane on the runway centerline without stopping
- while advancing the throttle smoothly to takeoff power.
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| S7 |
Apply brakes while setting engine power to achieve maximum performance |
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| S8 |
Confirm takeoff power prior to brake release and verify proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation |
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| S9 |
Rotate and lift off at the recommended airspeed and accelerate to the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or Vx +10/-5 knots |
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| S10 |
Establish a pitch attitude that will maintain the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or Vx +10/-5 knots until clearing the obstacle or until the airplane is 50 feet above the surface. |
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| S11 |
Establish a pitch attitude for Vy and accelerate to Vy +10/-5 knots after clearing the obstacle or at 50feet AGL if simulating an obstacle |
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| S12 |
Confgure the airplane in accordance with the manufacturer's guidance after a positive rate of climb has been verified |
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| S13 |
Maintain Vy +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude |
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| S14 |
Maintain directional control and porper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb. |
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| S15 |
Comply with noise abatement procedures |
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