AI.X.E.S4FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Set power appropriate for the configuration, such that the airspeed does not exceed the...

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Set power appropriate for the configuration, such that the airspeed does not exceed the maneuvering speed (VA) or any other applicable Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)/Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) limitation.

Bottom line

Accelerated approach to stall should be performed with a bank of approximately 45°, and in no case at a speed greater than the airplane manufacturer’s recommended airspeed, the specified design maneuvering speed (VA), or operating maneuvering speed (VO). Full application of pitch, roll, or yaw controls should be confined to speeds below the maneuvering speed. A good speed reduction rate is approximately 3 to 5 knots per second.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-20) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-36) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. AFH ch. 10 (p. 10-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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