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CA.IV.M.S6FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Correctly configure the airplane.

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Correctly configure the airplane.

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Crosswind component is another factor to be considered in the degree of flap extension. Depending on the amount of crosswind, it may be necessary to retract the flaps soon after touchdown in order to maintain control of the airplane.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-20) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-14) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AFH ch. 5, Stall Training (p. 5-16) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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