Normal Takeoff - ACS - Airman Certification
Standards
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This is what
you will be judged on during your FAA Flight
Check - "Checkride."
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The goal of the
airman certification process is to ensure the
applicant possesses the knowledge, ability to
manage risks, and skill consistent with the
privileges of the certificate or rating being
exercised, in order to act as Pilot in Command (PIC).
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Section IV - TAKEOFFS, LANDINGS, AND GO-AROUNDS
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Task
A - Normal Takeoff and Climb |
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Summary is below:
Knowledge
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Effects
of atmospheric conditions, including
wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
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VX
and VY.
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Appropriate
airplane configuration.
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Risk
Management
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Selection
of runway based on
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pilot
capability,
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airplane
performance and limitations,
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available
distance,
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wind.
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Effects
of:
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a. Crosswind
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b. Windshear
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c. Tailwind
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d. Wake
turbulence
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e. Runway
surface/condition
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Abnormal
operations, to include planning for:
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a. Rejected
takeoff
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b. Engine
failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
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Collision
hazards
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Low altitude
maneuvering including stall, spin, or
CFIT.
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Distractions,
loss of situational awareness
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Skills
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uses
checklist
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radio
calls
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Verify
correct runway
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Ascertain
wind direction
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Position
the flight controls
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Clear
the area
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position
airplane on the runway centerline
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Confirm
takeoff power
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Confirm
engine / instrument indications
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Rotate
and accelerate to VY
+10/-5 knots.
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Maintain
directional control and proper wind-drift
correction
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Comply
with noise abatement procedures
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