Exercise 16A - Normal Takeoff

Question 1

Normal Takeoff - What is it?

Answer 1

• Default takeoff type, in contrast to:
• Crosswind Takeoff
• Short-field takeoff with and without obstacles
• Soft-field takeoff

Question 2

Normal Takeoff - When Should We Use It?

Answer 2

• When there is no reason to use another type

Question 3

Before Takeoff Procedures - Before Taxiing

Answer 3

• Perform all pre takeoff checks
• Ensure trim is in takeoff position
• Takeoff Briefing

Question 4

Before Takeoff Procedures - Holding Short

Answer 4

• Line Check (TILTS)
• Call when ready for departure
• When cleared, make sure runway is safe

Question 5

Takeoff Procedure - Normal

Answer 5

• Neutral Ailerons and Elevator
• Mixture Rich
• Full Throttle
  - “Full Power set”
  - “Gauges Green”
  - “Airspeed Alive”
• Maintain Centerline
• “55 knots, Rotate”
• Establish Climb

Question 6

After Takeoff Procedure - Normal

Answer 6

• After Establishing Climb
• Maintain centerline
• Control Yaw
• At safe altitude complete after takeoff checks

Question 7

Factors Affecting Takeoff Performance - Wind

Answer 7

• For a headwind, the stronger it is the shorter the takeoff distance
• Increases angle of climb
• Control surfaces more effective at start of takeoff roll
• CAR’s dictate into wind takeoff unless not practicable
• Tailwinds should be avoided where possible
• Wind-shear is a sudden change in wind speed and/or direction
• Can be very dangerous when going from headwind to tailwind

Question 8

Factors Affecting Takeoff Performance - Surface Contamination

Answer 8

• Ice, snow, frost, dirt on critical surfaces
• Reduces lift, increases drag
• Flight in known icing not approved for our aircraft
• snow, slush, or standing water all increase takeoff distance

Question 9

Factors Affecting Takeoff Performance

Answer 9

• High temp, low pressure, and high humidity all decrease takeoff performance
• Big airports at high elevations have very long runways

Question 10

Takeoff Safety - Runway Safety

Answer 10

• Clearances and Instructions
• Clear Runway
• Airmanship and Right of Way
• Traffic Scan

Question 11

Takeoff Safety - Control and Handling

Answer 11

• Wheel-barrowing
• brake use
• hydroplaning
• tail strike
• airspeed control
• directional control
• Wake Turbulence