Normal Takeoff and Climb
Lesson Plan

Introduction:

  • Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with normal takeoff, climb operations, and rejected takeoff procedures
  • Note: If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements must be evaluated through oral testing
  • References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM

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

Motivator:

  • Normal aircraft takeoffs are the most basic of all takeoff procedures/maneuvers [Figure 1]
  • The purpose of this maneuver is to safely execute a takeoff under normal conditions (i.e., hard surface, minimal wind, plenty of available takeoff distance)
  • Normal takeoffs are closely related to the performance of flight at minimum controllable airspeeds

Overview:

Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Normal Takeoff and Climb:
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30

Required Materials:

  • Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard

Instructor Actions:

Student Actions:

Private Pilot - Normal Takeoff and Climb Airman Certification Standards:

  • Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with normal takeoff, climb operations, and rejected takeoff procedures
  • Note: If a crosswind condition does not exist, the applicant’s knowledge of crosswind elements must be evaluated through oral testing
  • References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM

Normal Takeoff and Climb Knowledge:

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

Normal Takeoff and Climb Risk Management:

The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

Normal Takeoff and Climb Skills:

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

  • PA.IV.A.S1:

    Complete the appropriate checklist(s)

  • PA.IV.A.S2:

    Make radio calls as appropriate

  • PA.IV.A.S3:

    Verify assigned/correct runway or takeoff path

  • PA.IV.A.S4:

    Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators

  • PA.IV.A.S5:

    Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable

  • PA.IV.A.S6:

    Clear the area; taxi into takeoff position and align the airplane on the runway centerline (ASEL, AMEL) or takeoff path (ASES, AMES)

    • PA.IV.A.S6a:

      Retract the water rudders, as appropriate (ASES, AMES)

  • PA.IV.A.S7:

    Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation

    • PA.IV.A.S7a:

      Establish and maintain the most efficient planing/lift-off attitude, and correct for porpoising or skipping (ASES, AMES)

  • PA.IV.A.S8:

    Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s) (ASES, AMES)

  • PA.IV.A.S10:

    [Archived]

  • PA.IV.A.S11:

    Establish a pitch attitude to maintain the manufacturer's recommended speed or VY, +10/-5 knots

  • PA.IV.A.S12:

    Configure the airplane in accordance with manufacturer's guidance

  • PA.IV.A.S13:

    Maintain Vy +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude

  • PA.IV.A.S14:

    Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb

  • PA.IV.A.S15:

    Comply with noise abatement procedures, as 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