Private Pilot (Airplane)
Go-Around/Rejected Landings Lesson Plan

Introduction:

Attention:

  • Research a mishap case study:
  • Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap
  • Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap
  • Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario

Motivator:

  • A slip is a cross-control procedure where you are using "wing-low, top-rudder" to track the aircraft straight for altitude loss (forward-slip) or crosswind compensation (side-slip)
    • In doing this, you will need to lower the nose as the increase in drag without an increase in thrust will cause a rapid loss of airspeed, risking a stall
    • Simply stated, the higher the angle of bank, the lower the nose must be

Overview:

Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Go-Around/Rejected Landings:
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30

Required Materials:

  • Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard, Weight and Balance worksheet, Pilot Information/Operating Handbook

Instructor Actions:

Student Actions:

Normal Takeoff and Climb Guided Scenario(s):

Private Pilot (Airplane) Go-Around/Rejected Landings Airman Certification Standards:

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Private Pilot (Airplane) Go-Around/Rejected Landing Knowledge:

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Go-Around/Rejected Landing Risk Management:

The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:
  • PA.IV.N.R1:

    Delayed recognition of the need for a go-around/rejected landing.
  • PA.IV.N.R2:

    Delayed performance of a go-around at low altitude.
  • PA.IV.N.R3:

    Power application.
  • PA.IV.N.R4:

    Configuring the airplane.
  • PA.IV.N.R5:

    Collision hazards.
  • PA.IV.N.R6:

    Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
  • PA.IV.N.R7:

    Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
  • PA.IV.N.R8:

    Runway incursion.
  • PA.IV.N.R9:

    Managing a go-around/rejected landing after accepting a LAHSO clearance.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Go-Around/Rejected Landing Skills:

The applicant exhibits the skill to:
  • PA.IV.N.S1:

    Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
  • PA.IV.N.S2:

    Make radio calls as appropriate.
  • PA.IV.N.S3:

    Make a timely decision to discontinue the approach to landing.
  • PA.IV.N.S4:

    Apply takeoff power immediately and transition to climb pitch attitude for Vx or Vy as appropriate +10/-5 knots.
  • PA.IV.N.S5:

    Configure the airplane after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s instructions.
  • PA.IV.N.S6:

    Maneuver to the side of the runway/landing area when necessary to clear and avoid conflicting traffic.
  • PA.IV.N.S7:

    Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
  • PA.IV.N.S8:

    Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout the climb.
  • PA.IV.N.S9:

    Use runway incursion avoidance procedures, if applicable.

Re-Motivation:

Closure:

  • Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson
  • Assign study materials for the next lesson

Conclusion: