Hi Geoff,
As shown in my previous post, the flight tests that establish the trajectory of the Category A procedure/profile demonstrate a safe path through the H-V Diagram.
(9) Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) testing normally does not require separate HV testing. The takeoff and landing tests take on the combined characteristics of takeoff, landing, and HV tests.
(That also applies to the Category B take-off procedure contained in the RFM.)
The only point of debate (with Shawn) was if, and where, that is stated in the RFM.
Jim