Short-field Takeoff and Climb

Objective: To familiarize the student with the proper procedures and techniques for short-field takeoff and climb.
Content: Before Flight:

  • Review aircraft V-speeds
  • Terms:
    • Takeoff Roll (Ground Roll)
    • Lift-off (Rotation)
    • Ground Effect
    • Initial Climb
    • Torque/P-Factor
    • Propeller slipstream
  • Pre-takeoff considerations
  • Preflight check
  • CTAF or ATC
  • Wake turbulence
  • Maintaining runway centerline during takeoff roll and climbout
  • Why takeoff into the wind?
  • Noise abatement procedures
  • Obstacles or short runway

During Flight:

  • Have student perform takeoff briefing, instructor corrects when needed
  • Instructor talks student through the takeoff and short-field technique while student controls the airplane; instructor very closely monitors controls
  • Instructor emphasizes applying slight pressure against resistance felt through the controls to prevent over-controlling the airplane
  • Instructor emphasizes attitude resulting in lowest drag (nose-wheel only)
  • Instructor emphasizes holding correct attitude for climbout after rotation and Vx as accurately as possible

See AFH C. 5-8 to 5-9

See aircraft AFM/POH

Completion Standards: The lesson is complete when the student is able to perform short-field takeoffs and climbs 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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