During landing, the flaps should be in which position?

During landing, the flaps should be in which position?

• A. Fully Extended
• B. Neutral
• C. Fully Retracted
• D. Partially Extended

Answer: (A)

Flaps are used on landing to improve control at slow speeds by increasing wing camber and adding drag. In the DA20-C1, using flaps in the full-extended position gives the maximum lift at a low approach speed and the greatest drag to help you descend safely and land with a shorter rollout. This combination helps you fly a stable final approach and reach the runway at a safe, controllable speed for touchdown. Using neutral or retracted flaps would raise the approach speed and reduce drag, making the landing more difficult to manage, while partially extended offers less lift and drag than full extension.

Flaps are used on landing to improve control at slow speeds by increasing wing camber and adding drag. In the DA20-C1, using flaps in the full-extended position gives the maximum lift at a low approach speed and the greatest drag to help you descend safely and land with a shorter rollout. This combination helps you fly a stable final approach and reach the runway at a safe, controllable speed for touchdown. Using neutral or retracted flaps would raise the approach speed and reduce drag, making the landing more difficult to manage, while partially extended offers less lift and drag than full extension.