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Mastering Short Field Landings (A Step-by-Step Guide)

Pilot Institute

They are also one of the most feared maneuvers during the private pilot checkride. Aircraft Weight and Limitations An aircraft’s weight affects inertia and stopping distance. The POH lists landing distances for specific gross weights. This is because there is less airflow over the control surfaces.