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The general rule for
soft-field landings is
to touch down at the
slowest speed possible
and gently transition
the weight from the
wings to the wheels.
just landed, call and ask, "How's the turf
down there?"
TAKE A CLOSE LOOK
If you've arrived with no clue about the
condition of the field, well, you probably
shouldn't be there. If you're determined to
land, first make a low pass down the runway and have a look. If it looks dry and is
covered with healthy grass, it'll probably
be firm enough for most small airplanes.
If it looks wet, and there are no puddles
or muddy areas, you might want to test
the ground with your tires. Perform this
maneuver only if you are confident in your
abilities; otherwise find a paved runway.
Keep some power on during your landing
flare and let the tires touch down gently,
then immediately add power to go around.
If you feel the tires sink in or drag, or if a lot
of water and mud spray up, it may be best
to use your alternate airport. You planned
for one, right?
If it seems firm, use the soft-field landing techniques detailed in your aircraft's
POH, which you reviewed before takeoff, right? Pull out the book again before
arrival if you need to refresh your memory
on the procedures.
The general rule for soft-field landings
is to touch down at the slowest speed possible and gently transition the weight from
the wings to the wheels. Have active feet
on the rudder pedals and keep the nose
straight. Wet grass can be as slippery as
ice to the smooth tires of an airplane traveling at 55 mph or more.
Once settled on the Earth and slowed
to taxi speed, keep the airplane rolling.
Brakes shouldn't be needed as the soft
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