AI.XII.B.R2FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management

Following or changing the planned flightpath to the selected landing area.

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Following or changing the planned flightpath to the selected landing area.

Bottom line

The many variables, such as altitude, obstruction, wind direction, landing direction, landing surface and gradient, and landing distance requirements of the airplane, determine the pattern and approach procedures to use. Normally, the pilot should plan and fly a pattern for landing on the field first elected until the instructor terminates the simulated emergency landing.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 9 (pp. 9-28–9-29) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-23) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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