DA42 Wet take off
A student of mine had an oral question for their CPL skills test that has us all a little confused.
The question was “why don’t we use a factor for wet runway on take off”
The afm states the following:
“The figures in the following NOTE are typical values. On wet ground or wet soft grass covered runways the take-off roll may become significantly longer than stated below. In any case the pilot must allow for the condition of the runway to ensure a safe take-off.”
Now to me that sounds like we should anticipate an increase in distance but we’re given no factor for a paved runway.
I would have answered saying an increase in distance is expected however the afm provides no factor.
Anyone got any more input?