Hi colleagues!
My subject is not regulation directly related but I think it would be a good idea to bring it to the community. I’ve recently come across with an interesting article concerning the “Imposible turn” (back to the runway) when tackling a flameout during takeoff or the initial climb.
It puts into question this practice with figures and a deep research about it. While many (me included) think the idea of landing straight ahead would be safer (unless being more than sure there isn’t another option ,eg sourrounded by buildings or neighborhoods), there are still supporters of turning back to the runway who still perform the maneuver in their training programs.
Up to now, I’ve met several flight instructors they would probably elect the turn back although what I think is they are just from “the old school” mentality. The majority of them practised it during their initial training. It is also true that there is not much written or discussed about it in the European environment, many articles and documents I found are US/FAA related.
I’d like to discuss the matter with you guys and share opinions, t-off briefings related with the failure, heights, ditching or turning back, ...
Finally, here the article I was referring at the beginning, have a look to it, it’s worthy
Thank you all,
Pablo
Of course. I really appreciate it. I thought the issue had already died with this post. The new issue took me by surprise after all, I enjoyed reading it. Great job of the EASA GA Team! I find this GA safety initiatives very helpful. Thank you all.