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Calculating Runway Take Off Length
Calculating Runway Take Off Length
Calculating Runway Take Off Length
affect the aircraft's performance. Here's a step-by-step guide to determining the takeoff distance
required under specific conditions:
Step-by-Step Calculation
Refer to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) or Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) to find
the standard takeoff distance at maximum takeoff weight under standard atmospheric
conditions (typically at sea level with an International Standard Atmosphere (ISA)
temperature of 15°C).
Higher temperatures reduce air density, requiring a longer takeoff distance. The
AFM/POH usually provides correction factors or charts.
Higher elevations reduce air density. Use the performance charts to adjust the takeoff
distance for the given pressure altitude.
An uphill runway increases the takeoff distance, while a downhill runway decreases it.
The slope is typically expressed as a percentage, and correction factors are available in
the aircraft’s performance data.
Wet, icy, or unpaved runways generally require longer takeoff distances. Correction
factors are provided in the performance charts.
Headwinds improve takeoff performance, reducing the required distance. Tailwinds have
the opposite effect. The wind correction is often provided as a percentage adjustment.
Example Calculation
Given Data:
Standard takeoff distance at MTOW (Maximum Takeoff Weight): 5,000 feet
Calculation:
So, the corrected takeoff distance required under these conditions is approximately 7,355 feet.
Conclusion
The corrected takeoff distance is the runway length required for a safe takeoff under the given
conditions. This method ensures that all relevant factors are considered to maintain safety and
performance standards. Always use the specific aircraft's performance charts and manuals for precise
correction values.