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

Make a timely decision to discontinue the approach to landing.

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Make a timely decision to discontinue the approach to landing.

Bottom line

A go-around is a normal maneuver that is used when approach and landing parameters deviate from expectations or when it is hazardous to continue. The instant a pilot decides to go around, full or maximum allowable takeoff power should be applied smoothly, without hesitation, and held until flying speed and controllability are restored.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  4. AIH ch. 9 (p. 9-13) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  5. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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