During a go-around, after reaching a safe altitude, what flap setting should be used?

During a go-around, after reaching a safe altitude, what flap setting should be used?

• A. 0°
• B. 10°
• C. 30°
• D. 20°

Answer: (D)

During a go-around, the aircraft should be configured for a positive, controlled climb as you establish safe airspeed. Setting the flaps to about 20 degrees provides the right balance between lift and drag: you still have enough wing surface to maintain lift at the slower climb speed, but you avoid the heavy drag that comes with a larger flap setting. This helps you achieve a solid climb rate without overspeed or a stall risk as you accelerate to a safe, clean configuration. Going directly to fully up (0°) can reduce drag, but may compromise stability and control during the early climb, while using too much flap (like 30°) would slow your acceleration and hinder a prompt climb. A 20° flap setting is the recommended intermediate configuration for a smooth, controllable transition to the normal climb. Once you’re established on a positive rate and speed, you would then transition toward flaps up as appropriate for the airplane.

During a go-around, the aircraft should be configured for a positive, controlled climb as you establish safe airspeed. Setting the flaps to about 20 degrees provides the right balance between lift and drag: you still have enough wing surface to maintain lift at the slower climb speed, but you avoid the heavy drag that comes with a larger flap setting. This helps you achieve a solid climb rate without overspeed or a stall risk as you accelerate to a safe, clean configuration.

Going directly to fully up (0°) can reduce drag, but may compromise stability and control during the early climb, while using too much flap (like 30°) would slow your acceleration and hinder a prompt climb. A 20° flap setting is the recommended intermediate configuration for a smooth, controllable transition to the normal climb. Once you’re established on a positive rate and speed, you would then transition toward flaps up as appropriate for the airplane.