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Entry procedure and minimum entry altitude.
Entry procedure and minimum entry altitude.
Bottom line
For a demonstration that avoids the hazard of unintended contact with the ground, the pilot selects an altitude that will allow performance of the maneuver at least 3,000 feet AGL. Remaining at or above a minimum of 3,000 feet AGL throughout the maneuver is considered to be effective risk mitigation of certain hazards. With the landing gear retracted and the flaps set to the takeoff position, the pilot slows the airplane to approximately 10 knots above VSSE or VYSE (whichever is higher) and trims for takeoff.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| at least 3,000 feet AGL, for a demonstration that avoids the hazard of unintended contact with the ground | Min altitude |
| approximately 10 knots above VSSE or VYSE, whichever is higher | Entry speed |
| 1 knot per second, no faster | Decel rate |
| up to 5° right bank, as appropriate for the airplane make and model | Bank angle |
FAA references
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-26) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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