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AI.X.F.S1FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Clear the area.

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Clear the area.

Bottom line

Before performing this stall, the pilot should clear the area of other traffic while slowly retarding the throttle. Before performing this stall, the pilot should establish a safe altitude for entry and recovery in the event of a spin.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 5, Cross-Control Stall (p. 5-20) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AIH ch. 9 (pp. 9-9–9-10) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  3. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-25) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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