180 Degree Power-Off Approach to Landing
Written by Jack on May 31st, 2008
| Objective: |
To instill in the student the judgment and procedures necessary for accurately flying the airplane, without power, to a safe landing. To further develop judgment in estimating distances and glide ratios. |
| Content: |
Before Flight:
- Review appropriate aircraft performance information
During Flight:
- Altitude should not exceed 1000′ AGL except with large airplanes
- Close throttle abreast of desired landing spot and maintain altitude while slowing to 1.4 VSO or manufacturers glide speed
- Timing of turn to base depends on wind and altitude
- Upon turning final, aircraft should be aligned with the runway centerline, wing flaps should be lowered, and airspeed adjusted for 1.3 VSO
- Do not change flap settings during final to try to reach desired landing spot.
- Slips may be made on final
See AFH C. 8-23 |
| Completion Standards: |
The lesson is complete when the student demonstrates knowledge through a written or oral exam and is able to perform a 180° power-off approach to the satisfaction of the instructor and in accordance with the current Practical Test Standards for the student’s stage of training. |
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