PPL.IV.G — Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb

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:

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

Risk Management

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

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

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• PA.IV.G.S1Complete the appropriate checklist.
• PA.IV.G.S2Make radio calls as appropriate.
• PA.IV.G.S3Verify assigned/correct takeoff path.
• PA.IV.G.S4Ascertain wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• PA.IV.G.S5Position the flight controls for the existing wind conditions.
• PA.IV.G.S6Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position utilizing maximum available takeoff area and align the airplane on the takeoff path.
• PA.IV.G.S7Confirm takeoff power and proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation.
• PA.IV.G.S8Establish a pitch attitude that maintains the most efficient planing/liftoff attitude and correct for porpoising and skipping.
• PA.IV.G.S9Rotate and liftoff at the recommended airspeed, and accelerate to the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or VX.
• PA.IV.G.S10Establish a pitch attitude that will maintain the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or VX, +10/-5 knots until the obstacle is cleared or until the airplane is 50 feet above the surface.
• PA.IV.G.S11After clearing the obstacle, establish pitch attitude for VY and accelerate to and maintain VY +10/-5 knots during the climb.
• PA.IV.G.S12Retract flaps, if extended, after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s guidance.
• PA.IV.G.S13Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
• PA.IV.G.S14Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
• PA.IV.G.S15Comply with noise abatement procedures.