What is the initial target pitch when initiating a missed approach profile?

What is the initial target pitch when initiating a missed approach profile?

• A. 5 degrees
• B. 8 degrees
• C. 10 degrees
• D. 12 degrees

Answer: (C)

Starting a missed approach requires an immediate, controlled climb to clear obstacles and begin following the published path. The initial target pitch is typically 10 degrees. This angle provides a reliable positive climb rate right away at instrument approach speeds, allowing you to quickly establish the missed approach gradient and gain airspeed as you transition from the approach. If you pitch shallower, like five degrees, you may not get enough climb performance quickly enough; eight degrees is plausible in some situations but isn’t the standard taught target; twelve degrees is usually too steep for many light aircraft and can compromise airspeed or stall margins. So the best initial pitch to start the missed approach profile is about ten degrees.

Starting a missed approach requires an immediate, controlled climb to clear obstacles and begin following the published path. The initial target pitch is typically 10 degrees. This angle provides a reliable positive climb rate right away at instrument approach speeds, allowing you to quickly establish the missed approach gradient and gain airspeed as you transition from the approach. If you pitch shallower, like five degrees, you may not get enough climb performance quickly enough; eight degrees is plausible in some situations but isn’t the standard taught target; twelve degrees is usually too steep for many light aircraft and can compromise airspeed or stall margins. So the best initial pitch to start the missed approach profile is about ten degrees.