COMM.IV.G — Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES)

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with a confined area takeoff, and maximum performance climb operations.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• CA.IV.G.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
• CA.IV.G.K2VX and VY.
• CA.IV.G.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.
• CA.IV.G.K4Effects of water surface.

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing:

• CA.IV.G.R1Selection of takeoff path based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
• CA.IV.G.R2Effects of:
  • CA.IV.G.R2aa. Crosswind
  • CA.IV.G.R2bb. Windshear
  • CA.IV.G.R2cc. Tailwind
  • CA.IV.G.R2dd. Wake turbulence
  • CA.IV.G.R2ee. Water surface/condition
• CA.IV.G.R3Abnormal operations, to include planning for:
  • CA.IV.G.R3aa. Rejected takeoff
  • CA.IV.G.R3bb. Engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
• CA.IV.G.R4Collision hazards, to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, wires, vessels, persons, and wildlife.
• CA.IV.G.R5Low altitude maneuvering including, stall, spin, or CFIT.
• CA.IV.G.R6Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.IV.G.S1Complete the appropriate checklist.
• CA.IV.G.S2Make radio calls as appropriate.
• CA.IV.G.S3Verify assigned/correct takeoff path.
• CA.IV.G.S4Ascertain wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• CA.IV.G.S5Position the flight controls for the existing wind.
• CA.IV.G.S6Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position utilizing maximum available takeoff area and align the airplane on the takeoff path.
• CA.IV.G.S7Confirm takeoff power and proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation.
• CA.IV.G.S8Establish a pitch attitude that maintains the most efficient planing/liftoff attitude and correct for porpoising and skipping.
• CA.IV.G.S9Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s).
• CA.IV.G.S11Establish a pitch attitude that will maintain the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or VX, ±5 knots until the obstacle is cleared or until the airplane is 50 feet above the surface.
• CA.IV.G.S12Establish a pitch attitude for VY and accelerate to VY ±5 knots after clearing the obstacle or at 50 feet AGL if simulating an obstacle.
• CA.IV.G.S13Retract flaps, if extended, after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s guidance.
• CA.IV.G.S14Maintain VY ±5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
• CA.IV.G.S16Comply with noise abatement procedures.