Airplane Landing Go-Around
Written by Jack on May 31st, 2008
| Objective: |
To teach the student the proper procedures and technique for executing an alternative to a landing that cannot be accomplished for any reason. |
| Content: |
Before Flight:
- Review relevant aircraft aerodynamics and performance characteristics
- Go-around is not an emergency-only maneuver
- Power – number one concern
- Altitude
- Configuration – flaps first, then landing gear
- Full flaps usually create more drag than landing gear
- In case aircraft accidentally touches down during go-around initiation, gear down and locked will be advantageous
- Dangers of immediate full flap retraction
- Anticipation of aerodynamic forces
During Flight:
- Student executes maneuver and instructor offers corrections when needed
See aircraft AFM/POH
See AFH C. 8-11
See AFH Figure 8-14 |
| Completion Standards: |
The lesson is complete when the instructor determines that the student can perform a proper go-around by making a timely decision to discontinue the landing, applying takeoff power immediately and pitching for Vy, performing other required elements of the go-around. |
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