Normal Takeoff and Climb

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• PA.IV.A.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
• PA.IV.A.K2Best angle of climb speed (VX) and best rate of climb speed (VY).
• PA.IV.A.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.

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

• PA.IV.A.R1Selection of runway or takeoff path based on aircraft performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
• PA.IV.A.R2Effects of:
• PA.IV.A.R2aa. Crosswind
• PA.IV.A.R2bb. Windshear
• PA.IV.A.R2cc. Tailwind
• PA.IV.A.R2dd. Wake turbulence
• PA.IV.A.R2ee. Takeoff surface/condition
• PA.IV.A.R3Abnormal operations, including planning for:
• PA.IV.A.R3aa. Rejected takeoff
• PA.IV.A.R3bb. Potential engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
• PA.IV.A.R4Collision hazards.
• PA.IV.A.R5Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
• PA.IV.A.R6Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
• PA.IV.A.R7Runway incursion.

The applicant exhibits the skill to:

• PA.IV.A.S1Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
• PA.IV.A.S2Make radio calls as appropriate.
• PA.IV.A.S3Verify assigned/correct runway or takeoff path.
• PA.IV.A.S4Determine wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• PA.IV.A.S5Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
• PA.IV.A.S6Clear the area, taxi into takeoff position, and align the airplane on the runway centerline (ASEL, AMEL) or takeoff path (ASES, AMES).
• PA.IV.A.S6aa. Retract the water rudders, as appropriate (ASES, AMES)
• PA.IV.A.S7Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation.
• PA.IV.A.S7aa. Establish and maintain the most efficient planing/lift-off attitude, and correct for porpoising or skipping (ASES, AMES)
• PA.IV.A.S8Avoid excessive water spray on the propeller(s) (ASES, AMES).
• PA.IV.A.S9Rotate and lift off at the recommended airspeed and accelerate to VY.
• PA.IV.A.S10[Archived]
• PA.IV.A.S11Establish a pitch attitude to maintain the manufacturer’s recommended speed or VY, +10/-5 knots.
• PA.IV.A.S12Configure the airplane in accordance with manufacturer’s guidance.
• PA.IV.A.S13Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude.
• PA.IV.A.S14Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.
• PA.IV.A.S15Comply with noise abatement procedures, as applicable.