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106 PA-28R-201 SOP
WARNING
Before trouble shooting the engine failure (partial or complete
loss of power), establish the best glide airspeed, pick the best
suitable landing site, and turn towards the landing site selected.
1. AIRSPEED 79 KIAS
Ensure that the airplane is trimmed for 79 KIAS (best glide airspeed, 2750
lbs.) to provide the maximum gliding distance possible.
NOTE
While the published PA-28R-201 glide ratio (no wind, 2750 lbs.,
propeller control full decrease, 79 KIAS) is approximately 2.0
nm per 1000 feet of altitude, during training [propeller control
full increase (high RPM)] the actual ratio will be lower.
2. LANDING SITE SELECT
SELECT the most suitable LANDING SITE and site of intended landing and
turn towards that site. If surface conditions make selecting a site difficult to
determine, turn toward the best area (flatlands versus mountains), and pick
a site as it becomes visible.
WINDS: To optimize landing performance, plan for a normal landing into
the wind. Use the direction of travel of smoke or dust, the “glassy side” of a
lake or pond, windmills or windsocks, and the surface wind report for the
area to determine wind direction and velocity.
NOTE
Surface conditions, such as direction of furrows and available
stopping distance, should be considered when selecting a
landing site.
Whenever possible, plan to execute a normal traffic pattern. When altitude
permits, plan to spiral over your intended landing area to arrive at
approximately 1000’ AGL on downwind, abeam the point of intended
touchdown (high-key point). Plan on turning from the base leg (low-key
point) to final at approximately 500’ AGL, adjusted as necessary for wind
conditions.
Revised 07-01-2012 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rev 06