Potential powerplant failure during takeoff or other malfunction considering operationa...
Potential powerplant failure during takeoff or other malfunction considering operational factors such as airplane characteristics, runway/takeoff path length, surface conditions, environmental conditions, and obstructions.
Bottom line
The multiengine pilot considers that under ideal circumstances, the accelerate-go distance only brings the airplane to a point a mere 50 feet above the takeoff elevation. Prior to takeoff, the multiengine pilot should ensure that the weight and balance limitations have been observed, the runway length is adequate, and the normal flightpath clears obstacles and terrain. The pilot should also consider the appropriate actions expected in the event of an engine failure at any point during the takeoff.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-11–13-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- PHAK ch. 11 (p. 11-16) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-9) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 16 (p. 16-16) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 6 (p. 6-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-16) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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