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AI.VII.B.R1FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management

Selection of runway/landing surface, approach path, and touchdown area based on pilot c...

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Selection of runway/landing surface, approach path, and touchdown area based on pilot capability, aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.

Bottom line

A crosswind that exceeds the aircraft's demonstrated maximum crosswind component or the pilot's ability may result in loss of control on the ground. Runway dimensions may not be sufficient for a takeoff or landing to be performed safely under the given conditions. The minimum distances required for takeoff and landing must fall within the applicable declared distances before the pilot can accept that runway.

FAA references

  1. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  2. PHAK ch. 11 (p. 11-18) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 12 (p. 12-8) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AIM 4-3-6 (Use of Runways/Declared Distances) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  5. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-3) — FAA-H-8083-23
  7. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  8. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  9. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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