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AI.VII.M.R5FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management

Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).

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Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).

Bottom line

Sixty percent of stall/spin accidents occurred during takeoff and landing, and twenty percent were preceded by engine failure. Pilots can improve flight safety significantly by reducing distractions during critical phases of flight.

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 9 (p. 9-9) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-18–13-19) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. PHAK ch. 8 (p. 8-18) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  7. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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