CA.I.I.K3FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge
Causes of porpoising and skipping, and the pilot action needed to prevent or correct th...
Causes of porpoising and skipping, and the pilot action needed to prevent or correct these occurrences.
Bottom line
When porpoising is severe or seems to be getting worse, the safest procedure is to execute a go-around immediately by applying full power while simultaneously maintaining directional control and lowering the nose to a safe climb attitude. Never try to “chase” the oscillations, as this usually makes them worse and results in an accident.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-34) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-10) — FAA-H-8083-23
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