AI.VII.N.S9FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task.

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Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task.

Bottom line

The apparent increase in airplane performance is, in fact, due to a reduction in induced drag in the ground effect area. An attempt to climb prematurely may result in the airplane not being able to climb or even maintain altitude at full power.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-33) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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