CA.IX.F.R1FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management
Potential engine failure after lift-off.
Potential engine failure after lift-off.
Bottom line
The greatest hazard in an OEI takeoff is attempting to fly when it is not within the performance capability of the airplane to do so. The same study also revealed a very high fatality rate in stall-spin accidents when the pilot attempted flight beyond the performance capability of the airplane. Before taking the runway, you should know if the airplane could reasonably be expected to continue its climb following an engine failure.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-35–13-36) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- FAA-P-8740-66, Flying Light Twins Safely — FAA-P-8740-66
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-20) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- FAAP874066 Landing Gear Selected Up, OEI Climb Performance Adequate — FAA-P-8740-66
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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