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Traffic Pattern Aug 26, 2026

The Impossible Turn, the Engine Out on Takeoff, and Why the Runway Behind You Is Already Gone

An engine failure after takeoff demands a split-second decision. Here's what the physics and accident data say about the impossible turn.

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Traffic Pattern Apr 27, 2026

The simulated engine failure to a landing and the field selection mistakes that bust more checkrides than you think

Master the simulated engine failure checkride maneuver with proper field selection, energy management, and the restart checklist.

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