CA.IV.FFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023
Short-Field Approach and Landing (ASEL, AMEL)
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with short-field approach and landing with emphasis on proper use and coordination of flight controls.
Bottom line
The emphasis in a short-field approach is on configuration (full flaps), a stabilized approach with a constant angle of descent, and precise airspeed control. Full flaps are used to provide the steepest approach angle. If obstacles are present, the approach should be planned so that no drastic power reductions are required after they are cleared.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
Knowledge
- CA.IV.F.K1: A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- CA.IV.F.K2: Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance.
- CA.IV.F.K3: Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
Risk management
- CA.IV.F.R1: Selection of runway based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
- CA.IV.F.R2: Effects of:
- CA.IV.F.R2a: a. Crosswind
- CA.IV.F.R2b: b. Windshear
- CA.IV.F.R2c: c. Tailwind
- CA.IV.F.R2d: d. Wake turbulence
- CA.IV.F.R2e: e. Landing surface/condition
- CA.IV.F.R3: Planning for:
- CA.IV.F.R3a: a. Rejected landing and go-around
- CA.IV.F.R3b: b. Land and hold short operations (LAHSO)
- CA.IV.F.R4: Collision hazards.
- CA.IV.F.R5: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- CA.IV.F.R6: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
Skills
- CA.IV.F.S1: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- CA.IV.F.S2: Make radio calls as appropriate.
- CA.IV.F.S3: Ensure the airplane is aligned with the correct/assigned runway.
- CA.IV.F.S4: Scan the landing runway and adjoining area for traffic and obstructions.
- CA.IV.F.S5: Select and aim for a suitable touchdown point considering the wind conditions, landing surface, and obstructions.
- CA.IV.F.S6: Establish the recommended approach and landing configuration, airspeed, and trim, and adjust pitch attitude and power as required to maintai
- CA.IV.F.S7: Maintain manufacturer’s published approach airspeed or in its absence not more than 1.3 times the stalling speed or the minimum steady fligh
- CA.IV.F.S8: Maintain directional control and appropriate crosswind correction throughout the approach and landing.
- CA.IV.F.S9: Make smooth, timely, and correct control application before, during, and after touchdown.
- CA.IV.F.S10: Touch down at a proper pitch attitude within 100 feet beyond or on the specified point, threshold markings, or runway numbers, with no side
- CA.IV.F.S11: Use manufacturer’s recommended procedures for airplane configuration and braking.
- CA.IV.F.S12: Execute a timely go-around if the approach cannot be made within the tolerances specified above or for any other condition that may result i
- CA.IV.F.S13: Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable.
Build understanding you can use
Unlock the full lesson and continue studying this element.
- Full teaching sections: Task bottom line
- Check your understanding with answers you can reveal