AI.VII.O.S6FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills
Correctly configure the airplane.
Correctly configure the airplane.
Bottom line
The pilot should ensure that the flaps and landing gear are in the proper configuration for the existing situation. Crosswind component is another factor to be considered in the degree of flap extension. A constant gliding speed is usually maintained because variations of gliding speed nullify all attempts at accuracy in judgment of gliding distance and the landing spot.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 9 (pp. 9-27–9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AIH ch. 10 (p. 10-9) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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