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AI.VII.D.S13FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Maintain proper position of the flight controls and sufficient speed to taxi while on t...

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Maintain proper position of the flight controls and sufficient speed to taxi while on the soft surface.

Bottom line

Proper control position (ailerons into the wind) is essential for maintaining runway alignment. Often upon landing on a very soft field, an increase in power may be needed to keep the airplane moving and from becoming stuck in the soft surface.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-23) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-24) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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