6.6 - Downwind Landing
Required for Solo: 14 CFR 61.87(i)(9)
Required for Private: 14 CFR 61.107(b)(6)(x)
Lesson Objective
During this lesson, the learner will learn how to perform downwind landings.
Regulatory Requirement
Pre-Solo pilot (Student Pilot and Transition Pilots): 14 CFR 61.87(i)(9)(Emergency procedures and equipment malfunctions)
Private Pilot Test Candidate: 14 CFR 61.107(b)(6)(x)(Emergency operations)
Content
- in moderate wind, the instructor will have you land with a tailwind.
- Ground speed is much higher than normal.
- Ensure you don't flare higher than normal.
Completion Standard
This lesson is complete when you can consistently perform a smooth landing with a tailwind while maintaining the specified airspeed within +10/-5 knots, up to the flare.
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