Normal Takeoff and Climb

FAA references

Knowledge

• PA.IV.A.K1: Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
• PA.IV.A.K2: Best angle of climb speed (VX) and best rate of climb speed (VY).
• PA.IV.A.K3: Appropriate airplane configuration.

Risk management

• PA.IV.A.R1: Selection of runway or takeoff path based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
• PA.IV.A.R2: Effects of:
• PA.IV.A.R2a: a. Crosswind
• PA.IV.A.R2b: b. Windshear
• PA.IV.A.R2c: c. Tailwind
• PA.IV.A.R2d: d. Wake turbulence
• PA.IV.A.R2e: e. Takeoff surface/condition
• PA.IV.A.R3: Abnormal operations, including planning for:
• PA.IV.A.R3a: a. Rejected takeoff
• PA.IV.A.R3b: b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
• PA.IV.A.R4: Collision hazards.
• PA.IV.A.R5: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
• PA.IV.A.R6: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
• PA.IV.A.R7: Runway incursion.

Skills

• PA.IV.A.S1: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
• PA.IV.A.S2: Make radio calls as appropriate.
• PA.IV.A.S3: Verify assigned/correct runway or takeoff path.
• PA.IV.A.S4: Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• PA.IV.A.S5: Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
• PA.IV.A.S6: Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, and align the airplane on the runway centerline (ASEL, AMEL)
• PA.IV.A.S6a: a. Retract the water rudders, as appropriate (ASES, AMES)
• PA.IV.A.S7: Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument
• PA.IV.A.S7a: a. Establish and maintain the most efficient planing/lift-off attitude, and correct for porpoising or skipping (ASES, AMES)
• PA.IV.A.S8: Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s) (ASES, AMES).
• PA.IV.A.S9: Rotate and lift off at the recommended airspeed and accelerate to VY.
• PA.IV.A.S10: PA.VIII.E.K1c PA.IX.C.K1a PA.XII.A.S1
• PA.IV.A.S11: Establish a pitch attitude to maintain the manufacturer’s recommended speed or VY, +10/-5 knots.
• PA.IV.A.S12: Configure the airplane in accordance with manufacturer’s guidance.
• PA.IV.A.S13: Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
• PA.IV.A.S14: Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
• PA.IV.A.S15: Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable.