Short-Field Takeoff
This page covers Task E. Short‐Field Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb from the FAA-S-ACS-6C Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards.
Purpose of and Procedures for Short-Field Takeoff and Max Performance Climb
- Procedures before taxiing onto the runway or takeoff area to ensure runway incursion avoidance. Verify ATC clearance/no aircraft on final at non-towered airports before entering the runway, and ensure that you are on the correct takeoff runway positioning the airplane with consideration for other aircraft, surface conditions, and wind.
- Short-field takeoff procedures.
- Most important thing: know what abort plans are prior to takeoff
- Loss of an engine doesn't guarantee climb performance, especially at high density altitudes
- Know the climb performance of the aircraft being flown so the correct plans can be made
- Short-field lift-off procedures.
- Know relevant V-speeds for the aircraft being flown
- In particular:
, - Leave gear down as long as usable runway remains
- Initial climb attitude and airspeed (
) until obstacle is cleared (50 feet AGL). - Proper use of checklist.
A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts
- TBD
Effects of Atmospheric Conditions on Approach and Landing Performance
- TBD
Wind Correction Techniques on Approach and Landing
- TBD
Common Errors Related to Short-Field Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb
- Improper runway incursion avoidance procedures.
- Improper use of controls during a short-field takeoff.
- Improper lift-off procedures.
- Improper initial climb attitude, power setting, and airspeed (
) to clear obstacle. - Improper use of checklist.
- Additional common errors are listed in FAA-H-8083-3C Airplane Flying Handbook Chapter 6: Takeoffs and Departure Climbs on page 6-12.