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AA.VI.F.R1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Selection of an approach procedure and runway based on aircraft limitations, available ...

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Selection of an approach procedure and runway based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.

Bottom line

Airports–Runway dimensions may not be sufficient such that a takeoff or landing can be performed safely under the given conditions.

FAA references

  1. IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-2) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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