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CA.IV.B.S9FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Make smooth, timely, and correct control application during round out and touchdown.

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Make smooth, timely, and correct control application during round out and touchdown.

Bottom line

Prior to touchdown, the longitudinal axis should be aligned with the runway centerline to avoid landing gear side loads. A reduction in power too early can result in a hard landing, airplane damage, or loss of control. A reduction in power too late causes the airplane to float down the runway.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-21–13-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. PHAK ch. 12 (p. 12-8) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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