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AA.VI.A.R3bFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight with the ceiling or visibi...

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Abnormal operations, including planning for: b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight with the ceiling or visibility below the minimums for an instrument approach at departure airport

Bottom line

If the departure weather were below the landing minimums for the departure airport, the flight would be unable to return for landing, leaving few options and little time to reach a takeoff alternate. The pilot should also consider available options if an engine failure occurs after takeoff.

FAA references

  1. IPH ch. 1 (p. 1-8) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  2. AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-9) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. IFH ch. 10 (p. 10-29) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  4. AFH ch. 6 (p. 6-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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