Skip to content

Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC

Promoting the safe enjoyment of aviation for pilots, aircraft builders and enthusiasts.

  • Home
  • Articles
  • Pics
  • Skywriter
  • Contact Us

Author: Douglas H. Norrie

Short and Soft Field Takeoffs and Landings

On June 1, 2008October 16, 2024 By Douglas H. NorrieLeave a comment

The content discusses critical techniques for soft field landings and takeoffs, emphasizing proper stick control to avoid hard landings or poor climbs. It advises against locking brakes on soft surfaces to prevent hydroplaning and highlights the need for continuous power adjustments in gusty conditions. Aborting takeoffs should occur if liftoff speed isn't reached by mid-strip.

You don’t have to be in Calgary to get a membership! One great membership benefit is our Newsletter! Contact Us for Details

Follow Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC on WordPress.com
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
© Copyright  Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC. All rights Reserved. All trademarks and logos are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Sitemap
    Create a website or blog at WordPress.com
    • Subscribe Subscribed
      • Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC
      • Join 185 other subscribers
      • Already have a WordPress.com account? Log in now.
      • Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC
      • Subscribe Subscribed
      • Sign up
      • Log in
      • Report this content
      • View site in Reader
      • Manage subscriptions
      • Collapse this bar
     

    Loading Comments...