Title: Calculate takeoff speed and distance.
Course: Aircraft Pilot Training II (20053-II) > Section: Describing Aircraft Performance

Calculation should include the concept that minimum takeoff distance is of primary interest in the operation of any aircraft because it defines the runway requirements, and

- the use and interpretation of information on takeoff charts
- interpretation of information on a takeoff speeds chart
- the concept that minimum takeoff distance is obtained by taking off at a minimum safe speed that allows sufficient margin above stall and provides satisfactory control and initial ROC
- the concept that lift-off is accomplished at some value of lift coefficient and AOA.

PLT011 and PLT085 and PLT089

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why do takeoff charts allow a pilot to compute the takeoff distance of the aircraft with no flaps or with a specific flap configuration?
- What are some forms or types of takeoff charts?
- How can a pilot predict the takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing performance of an aircraft?
- Where does information on takeoff speeds charts come from?