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Which of the following actions would be the most appropriate if microbursts are forecast and observed immediately prior to take-off?
  • A
    Reduce the take-off speed during take-off and increase the climb-out gradient.
  • B
    Delay the take-off.
  • C
    Increase the climb-out gradient.
  • D
    Increase the take-off speed during take-off.
Microbursts are short lived, with peak winds lasting only 5 minutes or less. If they're caused by a single-cell storm, you can often delay your take-off, divert or delay your arrival until the storm is clear. If you see one, wait it out. Flying through or landing in the face of a microburst is simply the worst option.
  • If microbursts are observed prior to take-off => Delay the take-off.
  • If microbursts are observed prior to the approach => Hold until conditions improve.
  • If microbursts are observed during the approach => The approach speed should be increased, the landing gear should remain extended and the flaps deployed.

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