CA.I.F.S2
SkillUse the appropriate airplane performance charts, tables, and data.
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- Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance › Performance Charts
Performance Charts Performance charts allow a pilot to predict the takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing performance of an aircraft. These charts, provided by the manufacturer, are included in the AFM/POH. Information the manufacturer provides on these charts has been gathered ... while using average piloting skills, and with the aircraft and engine in good working order. Engineers record the flight data and create performance charts based on the behavior of the aircraft during the test flights. By using these performance charts…
- Chapter 9: Flight Manuals and Other Documents › Placards › Performance (Section 5)
provide more detailed information about the various previously mentioned procedures. To avoid missing important steps, always use the appropriate checklists when available. Consistent adherence to approved checklists is a sign of a disciplined and competent pilot. Performance (Section ... Performance section contains all the information required by the aircraft certification regulations and any additional performance information the manufacturer deems important to pilot ability to safely operate the aircraft. Performance charts, tables, and graphs vary in style, but all contain…
- Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance › Performance Charts › Sample Problem 13
Stall Speed Performance Charts Stall speed performance charts are designed to give an understanding of the speed at which the aircraft stalls in a given configuration. This type of chart typically takes into account the angle of bank, the position ... throttle position. Use Figure 11-34 and the accompanying conditions to find the speed at which the airplane stalls. Sample Problem 13 First, locate the correct flap and gear configuration. The bottom half of the chart should be used since…
- Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance
Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance This chapter discusses the factors that affect aircraft performance, which include the aircraft weight, atmospheric conditions, runway environment, and the fundamental physical laws governing the forces acting on an aircraft. The performance or operational information section ... Aircraft Flight Manual/Pilot’s Operating Handbook (AFM/ POH) contains the operating data for the aircraft; that is, the data pertaining to takeoff, climb, range, endurance, descent, and landing. The use of this data in flying operations is mandatory for safe…
- Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance › Performance Charts › Climb and Cruise Charts
Climb and Cruise Charts Climb and cruise chart information is based on actual flight tests conducted in an aircraft of the same type. This information is extremely useful when planning a cross-country flight to predict the performance and fuel ... consumption of the aircraft. Manufacturers produce several different charts for climb and cruise performance. These charts include everything from fuel, time, and distance to climb to best power setting during cruise to cruise range performance. The first chart to check…
- Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance › Performance › Climb Performance
Positive climb performance occurs when an aircraft gains PE by increasing altitude. Two basic factors, or a combination of the two factors, contribute to positive climb performance in most aircraft: 1. The aircraft climbs (gains PE) using excess power above ... that altitude. This leaves 70 horsepower available to climb. The pilot holds airspeed constant and increases power to perform the climb. As an example of factor 2, an aircraft is flying level at 120 knots. The pilot leaves the engine…