Mastering Performance Factors for Safe Soaring
Welcome to the crucial realm of Performance Factors, where aspiring pilots unlock the keys to safe and efficient flight. Here’s a snapshot of why this section is the bedrock of your journey into the skies:
Altitude Matters: Understand the profound impact of altitude on aircraft performance. Explore how different altitudes can influence your aircraft’s capabilities, from takeoff to landing.
Pressure Altitude Precision: Dive into the concept of pressure altitude, a critical metric for flight planning. Learn how to calculate aerodrome pressure altitude, unlocking vital insights into atmospheric conditions.
Temperature’s Influence: Grasp the general effects of temperature on aircraft performance. Explore the nuances of density altitude, understanding how temperature variations can shape your flight experience.
Calculating ISA Deviation: Equip yourself with the skills to calculate ISA deviation and density altitude. These calculations empower you to navigate through varying atmospheric conditions with confidence.
Takeoff and Landing Dynamics: Delve into the intricate factors influencing Takeoff Distance Required (TODR) and Landing Distance Required (LDR). From aircraft weight to runway conditions, master the elements shaping your safe departure and arrival.
Navigating the skies demands a keen understanding of how altitude, pressure, and temperature converge to shape your aircraft’s performance. This section not only arms you with knowledge but instills a deep appreciation for the intricacies of flight planning. Your journey toward becoming a pilot hinges on these fundamentals. So, buckle up, absorb the insights, and prepare for a flight where knowledge is your ultimate wingman.
12.100 Performance Factors
12.100.2 Describe the general effects of altitude on aircraft performance.
12.100.4 Define pressure altitude.
12.100.6 Calculate aerodrome pressure altitude, given aerodrome elevation and prevailing QNH.
12.100.8 Explain how to determine pressure altitude by using an altimeter.
12.100.10 Explain the general effect of temperature on performance.
12.100.12 Define density altitude.
12.100.14 Given a pressure altitude and ambient temperature, calculate the:
(a) ISA deviation; (b) density altitude.
12.100.16 Explain the effect of the following factors on TODR (Take Off Distance Required) and LDR (Landing Distance Required):
(a) aircraft weight; (b) temperature and pressure (i.e. density altitude); (c) humidity; (d) runway slope; (e) runway surface condition;
(f) headwind/tailwind component; (g) use/misuse of flaps; (h) power available; (i) frost or other contaminants/damage of lifting surfaces.
12.100.18 Describe the hazards of windshear in the initial climb-out path, and on the approach path.