CA.IV.F.R3aFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management
a. Rejected landing and go-around
Planning for: a. Rejected landing and go-around
Bottom line
A go-around is a normal maneuver that is used when approach and landing parameters deviate from expectations or when it is hazardous to continue. Although the need to discontinue a landing may arise at any point in the landing process, the most critical go-around is one started when very close to the ground. The instant a pilot decides to go around, full or maximum allowable takeoff power should be applied smoothly, without hesitation, and held until flying speed and controllability are restored.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AIM 4-3-11 (Pilot Responsibilities When Conducting Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO)) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- AIM 5-4-21 (Missed Approach) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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