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PA.IV.M.S4FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills

Select the most suitable touchdown point based on wind, landing surface, obstructions, ...

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Select the most suitable touchdown point based on wind, landing surface, obstructions, and airplane limitations.

Bottom line

When demonstrating a forward slip to a landing in an airport traffic pattern, the pilot plans the descent such that a forward slip may be used on final approach. In some cases slips are limited in duration or by fuel quantity.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 9 (pp. 9-13–9-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. PHAK ch. 11 (p. 11-17) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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