Wind and surface
– Upwind landing preferred
– Avoid high crosswinds
– Roads and smooth surfaces preferred
– Avoid soft, rocky or rolling terrain
Landing gear position
– A gear-up landing may minimize risks of cartwheeling when landing on rough surfaces or water
– Otherwise, put it down
Landing area
– Weather permitting, you should be able to pick a good one in the descent. Maneuver for the straight-in
– You’re only going to get one shot at this, so use your engine-out-landing practice time wisely
