Takeoff

Normal Takeoff

Note

Takeoff at Military Thrust is not recommended.

  1. Brakes - Release.
  2. Throttle - AFTERBURNER. Afterburner should be selected immediately.

  3. Engine pressure ratio gauge - Check. Following after burner light up. The pointer should be within the arc of the takeoff index marker, or takeoff should be aborted.

    Note

    During takeoff, nose wheel steering should be used up to 100 KIAS. Then rudder control can be used.

  4. Acceleration - Check.

  5. Nose rotation. At the proper takeoff speed for weight and configuration, begin to slowly apply back stick pressure at a rate that the airplane will assume takeoff pitch attitude at the proper takeoff speed.

    Warning

    Early nose wheel lift off can result in excessive ground roll.

  6. Takeoff. Maintain proper takeoff pitch attitude after lift off until proper airspeed is obtained as to prevent settling.

Crosswind Takeoff

Execute a normal takeoff. Application of rudder pressure after rotation will be needed to keep the airplane aligned with the runway. Counter drift at lift off by lowering the upwind wing. Takeoff speeds may need to be increased in crosswind or gusty conditions.