Go-around performance requirements??
Go-around performance requirements??
Although Takeoff Performance has a specific FAR – 121.189, which specifies requirements for 121 carriers, Go-around requirements are a bit more vague. In fact some of the guideline documents – AC 120-OBS-11 & AC 120.29A, confuse rather than clarify requirements.
My background is in FARs and I am sure there are differences in JAROPS - undoubtedly more specific.
FAR 121 appears to have no specific requirement to ensure obstacle clearance during a go-around for each approach. In fact, regarding go-around, AC 120-OBS-11 states:
"(1) FAR parts 121 and 135 do not specifically require an obstacle clearance analysis for engine-out missed approaches or rejected landings. While it is not necessary to perform such an analysis for each flight, dispatch, or landing weight limitation, it is appropriate to provide information to the flight crews on the safest way to perform such a maneuver should it be required."
There is clearly a difference in practical, safety and regulatory concerns here - and I'm sure this thread will mention all.
I am interested primarily in FARs, but do not want to limit this discussion. I have learned that it doesn't do any good anyway.
Appreciate your comments,
LOKE