Instrument Takeoff
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with an instrument takeoff. Note: See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
Takeoff planning factors include weight and balance, airplane performance (both single and multiengine), runway length, slope and contamination, terrain and obstacles in the area, weather conditions, and pilot proficiency. Before going to the airplane, the pilot should check the POH/AFM performance charts to determine the predicted performance and decide if the airplane is capable of a safe takeoff and climb for the conditions and location. The pilot should also consider available options if an engine failure occurs after takeoff.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 6 (p. 6-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
Knowledge
Risk management
- AA.VI.A.R1: Selection of a runway based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, surface conditions, lighting, and wind.
- AA.VI.A.R2: Wake turbulence.
- AA.VI.A.R3: Abnormal operations, including planning for:
- AA.VI.A.R3a: a. Rejected takeoff
- AA.VI.A.R3b: b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight with the ceiling or visibility below the minimums for an instrument approach at
- AA.VI.A.R4: Collision hazards.
- AA.VI.A.R5: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- AA.VI.A.R6: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
- AA.VI.A.S1: Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate checklist(s) prior to takeoff in a timely manner.
- AA.VI.A.S2: Properly set the applicable avionics and flight instruments prior to initiating the takeoff.
- AA.VI.A.S3: Make radio calls as appropriate.
- AA.VI.A.S4: Verify assigned/correct runway (ASEL, AMEL) or takeoff path (ASES, AMES).
- AA.VI.A.S5: Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
- AA.VI.A.S6: Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, and align the airplane on the runway centerline (ASEL, AMEL) or takeoff path (ASES, AMES).
- AA.VI.A.S7: Perform an instrument takeoff with instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) simulated at or before reaching an altitude of 100 feet above
- AA.VI.A.S8: Maintain centerline (ASEL, AMEL) and proper flight control inputs during the takeoff roll.
- AA.VI.A.S9: Confirm takeoff power and proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation making callouts, as appropriate, for the airplan
- AA.VI.A.S10: Rotate and lift off at the recommended airspeed, establish the desired pitch attitude, and accelerate to the desired airspeed/V-speed.
- AA.VI.A.S11: Transition smoothly from visual meteorological conditions (VM*C) to actual or simulated instrument meteorological conditions (IMC).
- AA.VI.A.S12: Maintain desired heading ±5° and desired airspeeds ±5 knots.
- AA.VI.A.S13: Comply with air traffic control (ATC) clearances and instructions issued by ATC or the evaluator, as appropriate.
- AA.VI.A.S14: Complete appropriate after takeoff checklist(s) in a timely manner.
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