AA.III.J.S7FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Skills

Complete the appropriate procedures and checklist(s) in a timely manner.

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Complete the appropriate procedures and checklist(s) in a timely manner.

Bottom line

Climb to a safe altitude while executing the go-around checklist, then evaluate the situation, and make another approach under more favorable conditions. The instant a pilot decides to go around, full or maximum allowable takeoff power should be applied smoothly, without hesitation, and held until flying speed and controllability are restored.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AIM 5-4-21 (Missed Approach) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  4. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AFH ch. 5, Elevator Trim Stall (p. 5-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-2) — FAA-H-8083-23
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