CA.IV.K.K3FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

Appropriate airplane configuration.

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Appropriate airplane configuration.

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After the descent has been stopped, the landing flaps are partially retracted or placed in the takeoff position as recommended by the manufacturer.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (pp. 9-11–9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK Glossary (p. G-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. SEA ch. 7 (p. 7-2) — FAA-H-8083-23
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