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Normal Takeoff - Takeoffs And Departure Climbs

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A normal takeoff is one in which the airplane is headed into the wind, or the wind is very light. Also, the takeoff surface is firm and of sufficient…

Intentional Spins

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The intentional spinning of an airplane, for which the spin maneuver is not specifically approved, is NOT authorized by this handbook or by the Code of Federal Regulations. The official sources for d…

Incipient Phase

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The incipient phase is from the time the airplane stalls and rotation starts until the spin has fully developed. This change may take up to two turns for most airplanes. Incipient spins that are not …

Noise Abatement

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Aircraft noise problems have become a major concern at many airports throughout the country. Many local communities have pressured airports into developing specific operational procedures that will h…

Elevator Trim Stall

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The elevator trim stall maneuver shows what can happen when full power is applied for a go-around and positive control of the airplane is not maintained. Such a situation may occur during a go-around…

Use Of Ailerons - Rudder In Stall Recovery

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Different types of airplanes have different stall characteristics. Most airplanes are designed so that the wings will stall progressively outward fro…

Flight At Less Than Cruise Airspeeds

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Maneuvering during slow flight demonstrates the flight characteristics and degree of controllability of an airplane at less than cruise speeds. The a…

Flight At Minimum Controllable Airspeed

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This maneuver demonstrates the flight characteristics and degree of controllability of the airplane at its minimum flying speed. By definition, the t…

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