CNATRAINST 1542.8J
19 March 2001
OUTLINE OF INSTRUCTION
Lesson Topic 1.12:
Takeoff and Landing Performance, Wake
Turbulence, and Wind Shear
Contact Periods:
2.0 Classroom
Media:
Electronic classroom presentation with slides
Terminal Objective:
Partially supported by this lesson topic:
1.0
Upon completion of this unit of instruction the student
naval aviator will demonstrate knowledge of basic
aerodynamic factors that affect airplane performance.
Enabling Objectives:
Completely supported by this lesson topic:
1.168
Define takeoff and landing speeds.
1.169
State the factors affecting the takeoff and landing
speeds.
1.170
Describe the effects on true airspeed, indicated
airspeed, and ground speed for takeoff and landing due
to variations in weight, density, high lift devices,
and wind.
1.171
Describe the forces acting on an airplane during
takeoff and landing.
1.172
State the factors affecting takeoff and landing
distance.
1.173
Describe the effects on takeoff and landing distance
due to variations in weight, altitude, temperature,
humidity, high lift devices, and wind.
1.174
Describe how crosswinds affect an airplane during
takeoff and landing.
1.175
Describe how runway alignment is maintained during a
crosswind takeoff or landing.
1.176
Define ground effect.
1.177
drag.
1.178
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