General Flashcards
V1
(Decision/Action - Max/Min)
1 - Takeoff Max V for pilot first action (e.g., apply brakes, reduce thrust, deploy speed brakes) to stop within the accelerate-stop distance.
2 - Takeoff Min V following a failure of the critical engine at VEF, to continue the takeoff and achieve the required height above the takeoff surface within the takeoff distance.
V2
(Takeoff Safety Speed)
The speed at which the aircraft may safely climb with one engine inoperative.
Pattern Altitude
1000’ AGL
(unless otherwise stated in the Airport Diagram or Tower directed)
Pattern Speed Limits
RECIP: 156kts (180mph)
TURBINE: 200kts (230mph)
Final Approach AGL vs. DME on 3o Glideslope for
1 mile
2 mile
5 mile
10 mile
1 mile = 300’
2 mile = 600’
5 mile = 1500’
10 mile = 3000’