Wave Off (Go-Around)

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CHAPTER SIX

611.

WAVEOFF (GO-AROUND)

The waveoff or go-around is a planned discontinuation of an approach. The waveoff can be

initiated anywhere inside the 180position all the way to the landing flare. It can be directed

(i.e., Tower, RDO, crash crew) or self-initiated to avoid any number of unsafe or undesirable

situations. The waveoff is an invaluable tool to safe pattern operations and should not be viewed

as an abnormal procedure.

The sooner the decision to waveoff a poor approach, the better. Never attempt to "save" the

landing at the last minute. Make the decision conservatively to go-around and execute the

waveoff procedure. Keep in mind a waveoff is not an emergency procedure unless it is executed

too late. Recognizing a poor approach situation (i.e. overshooting final) and executing a proper

waveoff well before getting into a dangerous situation (i.e. steep AOB to correct back to the

runway) is demonstrating maturity and good judgment and would never be questioned.

Be alert for a mandatory waveoff directed by the Tower, RDO, or crash crew. It may be signaled

over the radio, with flashing lights (normally red), or a rocket flare. If there is any question about

a possible waveoff signal, use the conservative response and execute the go-around. Once

you've initiated a waveoff, do not change your mind and attempt to land.

612.

WAVEOFF PROCEDURE

NOTE

Use good judgment when executing the waveoff procedure.

Depending on where the waveoff is initiated, procedures may be

modified to fit existing conditions.

Advance PCL to maximum power (firewall).

NOTE

Normally, a smooth, judicious PCL advancement will suffice.

However, the PMU controls the engine's acceleration schedule,

allowing PCL movements as rapidly as desired at any altitude, if

needed.

Level the wings and, as engine spools up, smoothly raise the nose to the takeoff attitude.

Anticipate the need to counteract the left yawing tendency due to engine torque with right

rudder and/or trim. Keep the balance ball centered.

Once a positive rate of climb is confirmed, select flaps up and transmit radio call, "Call

Sign, waveoff." Trim.

LANDING PATTERN 6-17