Lesson 14: Solo Practice

Dual—ground: 0.2
Solo—1.0

Objective: To increase student proficiency with solo takeoffs and landings

Discussion topics:

1. solo traffic pattern procedures

Review:

1. radio communications
2. taxiing
3. before-takeoff check
4. normal takeoff and climb
5. traffic patterns
6. normal approach and landing
7. after-landing procedures
8. parking and securing

Completion standards:

1. Use of correct takeoff techniques. Rotation speed within 5 knots
2. Stabilized approach to landing. Final approach speed within 5 knots
3. Smooth landing within 300 feet of desired touchdown location
4. Judgment-executes go-around if necessary

Suggested student homework assignments:

1. Study Chapter 14 of the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge .
2. Read the May 1997 AOPA Pilot article Navigation Necessities