PA.IV.NFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023
Go-Around/Rejected Landing
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with go-around/rejected landing with emphasis on factors that contribute to landing conditions that may require a go-around.
Bottom line
Climb to a safe altitude while executing the go-around checklist, then evaluate the situation, and make another approach under more favorable conditions.
FAA references
- SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
Knowledge
- PA.IV.N.K1: A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- PA.IV.N.K2: Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and density altitude, on a go-around or rejected landing.
- PA.IV.N.K3: Wind correction techniques on takeoff/departure and approach/landing.
Risk management
- PA.IV.N.R1: Delayed recognition of the need for a go-around/rejected landing.
- PA.IV.N.R2: Delayed performance of a go-around at low altitude.
- PA.IV.N.R3: Power application.
- PA.IV.N.R4: Configuring the airplane.
- PA.IV.N.R5: Collision hazards.
- PA.IV.N.R6: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.IV.N.R7: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- PA.IV.N.R8: Runway incursion.
- PA.IV.N.R9: Managing a go-around/rejected landing after accepting a LAHSO clearance.
Skills
- PA.IV.N.S1: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- PA.IV.N.S2: Make radio calls as appropriate.
- PA.IV.N.S3: Make a timely decision to discontinue the approach to landing.
- PA.IV.N.S4: Apply takeoff power immediately and transition to climb pitch attitude for VX or VY as appropriate +10/-5 knots.
- PA.IV.N.S5: Configure the airplane after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s instructions.
- PA.IV.N.S6: Maneuver to the side of the runway/landing area when necessary to clear and avoid conflicting traffic.
- PA.IV.N.S7: Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
- PA.IV.N.S8: Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout the climb.
- PA.IV.N.S9: Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable.
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