A loss-of-power incident is generally a survivable event as long as you keep your wits about you. One thing that could mean the difference between life and death is whether you leave the retractable gear up or down as you reach the point of your forced landing.
Flying Tip of the Week: Gear Up or Gear Down?
Key Takeaways:
- The decision to keep retractable gear up or down during a forced landing after a loss-of-power incident is critical for survivability.
- For landings on hard surfaces, the gear should generally be down.
- When landing on water, snow, or mud, keeping the gear up is recommended to prevent the aircraft from tumbling and trapping occupants.
- Pilots should pre-plan for various forced landing scenarios by consulting their POH and instructors to enable quick, informed decisions in an emergency.
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