Flight Training Central

MARCH 3, 2025

If simulating a maximum performance takeoff, the flaps should be extended if called for in the pilot’s operating handbook. Because of engine torque and “P” factor, turns to the left will tend to steepen, and banks to the right tend to decrease. The indicated airspeed at which the airplane stalled is fairly consistent.

Rudder 96

Rudder Aileron Airplanes Accelerated Stall 96

Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The pilot held instructor ratings for helicopter and instrument helicopter, with 872 hours flight time, of which 29 were on type. Five minutes later, about two miles south of Teterboro, the pilot said “What is going on here?” The controller asked if the pilot needed assistance but the pilot said no.

Torque 98

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot 98

Fear of Landing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Both pilots were very experienced, each with over 5,000 hours of flight experience. One of the pilots turned the airframe de-icing system back on. In order to do this, the APM uses the calculated take-off weight entered by the pilots at engine start using a rotary knob on the APM panel. The ATR’s airspeed was 191 knots.

Knot 104

Knot Approach Descent Weather 104