PA.IV.C — Task C — Soft-Field Takeoff and Climb (ASEL)

References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM

Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with soft-field takeoff, climb operations, and rejected takeoff procedures.

Knowledge — The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

PA.IV.C.K1 Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.

PA.IV.C.K2 Best angle of climb speed (VX) and best rate of climb speed (VY).

PA.IV.C.K3 Appropriate airplane configuration. Private Pilot for Airplane Category ACS (FAA-S-ACS-6C) 21

PA.IV.C.K4 Ground effect.

PA.IV.C.K5 Importance of weight transfer from wheels to wings.

PA.IV.C.K6 Left turning tendencies.

Risk Management — The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

PA.IV.C.R1 Selection of runway based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.

PA.IV.C.R2 Effects of:

PA.IV.C.R2a a. Crosswind

PA.IV.C.R2b b. Windshear

PA.IV.C.R2c c. Tailwind

PA.IV.C.R2d d. Wake turbulence

PA.IV.C.R2e e. Takeoff surface/condition

PA.IV.C.R3 Abnormal operations, including planning for:

PA.IV.C.R3a a. Rejected takeoff

PA.IV.C.R3b b. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight

PA.IV.C.R4 Collision hazards.

PA.IV.C.R5 Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).

PA.IV.C.R6 Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.

Skills — The applicant exhibits the skill to:

PA.IV.C.S1 Complete the appropriate checklist(s).

PA.IV.C.S2 Make radio calls as appropriate.

PA.IV.C.S3 Verify assigned/correct runway.

PA.IV.C.S4 Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.

PA.IV.C.S5 Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.

PA.IV.C.S6 Clear the area, maintain necessary flight control inputs, taxi into takeoff position and align the airplane on the runway centerline without stopping, while advancing the throttle smoothly to takeoff power.

PA.IV.C.S7 Confirm takeoff power and proper engine and flight instrument indications.

PA.IV.C.S8 Establish and maintain a pitch attitude that transfers the weight of the airplane from the wheels to the wings as rapidly as possible.

PA.IV.C.S9 Lift off at the lowest possible airspeed and remain in ground effect while accelerating to VX or VY, as appropriate.

PA.IV.C.S10 Establish a pitch attitude for VX or VY, as appropriate, and maintain selected airspeed +10/-5 knots during the climb. Private Pilot for Airplane Category ACS (FAA-S-ACS-6C) 22

PA.IV.C.S11 Configure the airplane after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s instructions.

PA.IV.C.S12 Maintain VX or VY, as appropriate, +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.

PA.IV.C.S13 Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.

PA.IV.C.S14 Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable.