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AI.VII.D.S3FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Ensure the airplane is aligned with the correct/assigned runway.

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Ensure the airplane is aligned with the correct/assigned runway.

Bottom line

Prior to touchdown, the longitudinal axis should be aligned with the runway centerline to avoid landing gear side loads. Proper control position (ailerons into the wind) is essential for maintaining runway alignment. As soon as the airplane rolls out onto final approach, the crab angle to track the extended runway centerline is established.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-33) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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