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PA.IV.G.S7FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills

Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight ins...

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Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation.

Bottom line

Apply full power smoothly and quickly while maintaining directional control with the rudder. The pilot should resist any impulse to pitch-up for a climb if airspeed is insufficient.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-11) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
  3. SEA ch. 5 (p. 5-1) — FAA-H-8083-23
  4. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-5) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-16) — FAA-H-8083-23
  6. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  7. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
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