Private Pilot · Area IV: Takeoffs, Landings, and Go-Arounds
Task N. Go-Around/Rejected Landing
FAA-S-ACS-6C · Effective 2024-05-31
Knowledge
What you should understand and be able to explain.
- PA.IV.N.K1A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
- PA.IV.N.K2Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind and density altitude, on a go-around or rejected landing.
- PA.IV.N.K3Wind correction techniques on takeoff/departure and approach/landing.
Risk management
Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.
- PA.IV.N.R1Delayed recognition of the need for a go-around/rejected landing.
- PA.IV.N.R2Delayed performance of a go-around at low altitude.
- PA.IV.N.R3Power application.
- PA.IV.N.R4Configuring the airplane.
- PA.IV.N.R5Collision hazards.
- PA.IV.N.R6Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- PA.IV.N.R7Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- PA.IV.N.R8Runway incursion.
- PA.IV.N.R9Managing a go-around/rejected landing after accepting a LAHSO clearance.
Skill elements and task objectives
This page covers knowledge and risk management. For the complete task, including skill standards, open the FAA document (PDF).