Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES)

FAA references

Knowledge

• PA.IV.G.K1: Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
• PA.IV.G.K2: Best angle of climb speed (VX) and best rate of climb speed (VY).
• PA.IV.G.K3: Appropriate airplane configuration.
• PA.IV.G.K4: Effects of water surface.

Risk management

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

Skills

• PA.IV.G.S1: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
• PA.IV.G.S2: Make radio calls as appropriate.
• PA.IV.G.S3: Verify assigned/correct takeoff path.
• PA.IV.G.S4: Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• PA.IV.G.S5: Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
• PA.IV.G.S6: Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position utilizing maximum available takeoff area, and align the airplane
• PA.IV.G.S6a: a. Retract the water rudders, as appropriate
• PA.IV.G.S7: Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation.
• PA.IV.G.S8: Establish a pitch attitude that maintains the most efficient planing/lift-off attitude and correct for porpoising and skipping.
• PA.IV.G.S9: Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s).
• PA.IV.G.S10: Rotate and lift off at the recommended airspeed, and accelerate to the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or VX.
• PA.IV.G.S11: Establish a pitch attitude to maintain the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or VX, +10/-5 knots until the obstacle is cleared or unti
• PA.IV.G.S12: Establish a pitch attitude for VY and accelerate to VY +10/-5 knots after clearing the obstacle or at 50 feet AGL if simulating an obstacle.
• PA.IV.G.S13: Retract flaps, if extended, after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s guidance.
• PA.IV.G.S14: Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
• PA.IV.G.S15: Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
• PA.IV.G.S16: Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable.