Section 3 Pilot’s Operating Handbook
Emergency Procedures EXTRA 500
3-6 26. January 2011
3.3 Used Terms
The terms “Land as soon as possible” and “Land as soon as
practical” are used in this section. The terms are defined as
follows:
“Land as soon as possible” (Land ASAP)
Landing should be accomplished at the nearest suitable field
considering the severity of the emergency.
Further on, weather conditions, if landing on airport is possible,
airport facilities and command guidance and the aircraft gross
weight are to be considered.
“Land as soon as practical”
Emergency conditions are less urgent and in pilot’s/crew
judgment, the flight may be safely continued to an airfield
where more adequate facilities are available and a safe landing
can be accomplished.
Note Refer to section 9 of this handbook for amended operating
limitations, operating procedures, performance data and
other necessary information for aircraft equipped with
specific options.
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