Confined Area Takeoff and Climb
Lesson Plan

Introduction:

  • To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with a confined area takeoff, and maximum performance climb operations
  • References: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-23; POH/AFM; AIM

Attention:

  • Research a case study
  • Discuss how the initial conditions set conditions which developed into an incident/accident/mishap
  • Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap

Motivator:

  • More austere and even urban airport environments require obstacle negotiation

Overview:

Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Confined Area 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:

  • Complete assigned reading (see content above)
  • Ask pertinent questions

Completion Standards:

  • Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES):

    Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES) Knowledge:

    The applicant must demonstrate an understanding of:

    Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES) Risk Management:

    The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing:
    • PA.IV.G.R1:
      Selection of approach path and touchdown area based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind
    • PA.IV.G.R2:
      Effects of:
      • PA.IV.G.R2a:
        Crosswind
      • PA.IV.G.R2b:
        Windshear
      • PA.IV.G.R2c:
        Tailwind
      • PA.IV.G.R2d:
        Wake turbulence
      • PA.IV.G.R2e:
        Runway surface/condition
    • PA.IV.G.R3:
      Abnormal operations, to include planning for
    • PA.IV.G.R4:
      Collision hazards, to include aircraft, terrain, obstacles, wires, vessels, persons, and wildlife
    • PA.IV.G.R5:
      Low altitude maneuvering including stall, spin, or CFIT
    • PA.IV.G.R6:
      Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management

    Confined Area Takeoff and Maximum Performance Climb (ASES, AMES) Skills:

    The applicant demonstrates the ability to:
    • PA.IV.G.S1:
      Complete the appropriate checklist
    • PA.IV.G.S2:
      Make radio calls as appropriate
    • PA.IV.G.S3:
      Verify assigned/correct takeoff path
    • PA.IV.G.S4:
      Ascertain wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators
    • PA.IV.G.S5:
      Position the flight controls for the existing wind.
    • PA.IV.G.S6:
      Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position utilizing maximum available takeoff area and align the airplane on the takeoff path
    • PA.IV.G.S7:
      Confirm takeoff power and proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation
    • PA.IV.G.S8:
      Establish a pitch attitude that maintains the most efficient planing/liftoff attitude and correct for porpoising and skipping
    • PA.IV.G.S9:
      Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s)
    • PA.IV.G.S10:
      Rotate and liftoff at the recommended airspeed, and accelerate to the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or Vx
    • PA.IV.G.S11:
      Establish a pitch attitude that will maintain the recommended obstacle clearance airspeed or Vx, +10/-5 knots until the obstacle is cleared or until the airplane is 50 feet above the surface
    • PA.IV.G.S12:
      Establish a pitch attitude for Vy and accelerate to Vy +10/-5 knots after clearing the obstacle or at 50 feet AGL if simulating an obstacle
    • PA.IV.G.S13:
      Retract flaps, if extended, after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer's guidance
    • PA.IV.G.S14:
      Maintain Vy +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude
    • PA.IV.G.S15:
      Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb
    • PA.IV.G.S16:
      Comply with noise abatement procedures

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