Landings • 21
TIP:
The power settings in this supplement are approximate and can
change depending on prevailing conditions. A common mistake
is to spend too much time trying to set exact power settings. This
diverts the pilot’s attention from more important things. During
landings, limit attention to the gauges to a few seconds at a time so
ample attention remains on flying the proper course and glidepath.
Flaps 20˚ Approach and Landing
A flaps 20˚ approach and landing will be accomplished the same as a normal
(flaps 30˚) approach and landing with a few differences:
• Do not select flaps 30˚ (or greater) on final
• Maintain 70 KIAS until short final when landing is assured, then slow to 65
KIAS until 10’ to 20’ above the runway.
Flaps 10˚ Approach and Landing
A flaps 10˚ approach and landing will be accomplished the same as a normal
(flaps 30˚) approach and landing with a few differences:
• Do not select flaps 20˚ on base or 30˚ (or greater) on final.
• Maintain 70 KIAS until final when landing is assured, then slow to 65 KIAS
until 10’ to 20’ above the runway.
TIP:
Under normal circumstances, avoid configuration changes
below 400' AGL whenever possible.
