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AA.III.I.K5FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

Relevant V-speeds for a rejected takeoff.

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Relevant V-speeds for a rejected takeoff.

Bottom line

The takeoff will be rejected for engine failure below VR, applying appropriate braking, stopping ahead. Engine failure after VR and with runway remaining, I will lower pitch, land, and apply appropriate braking, stopping straight ahead.

Key numbers

Key numbers for Relevant V-speeds for a rejected takeoff.
NumberWhat it means
Below VR: reject for engine failureReject below
After VR with runway remaining: land and stop straight aheadAfter VR
After VR with no runway remaining: best glide speedNo runway

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-37) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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