6.8 - High Density Altitude Landings

Lesson Objective

During this lesson, the learner will learn the significance of high density altitude, and how it affects landings

Regulatory Requirement

Pre-Solo pilot (Student Pilot and Transition Pilots): None
Private Pilot Test Candidate: None

Content

• Refer to Chapter 5 in the Glider Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge. 
• Low Pressure, high temperature, high altitude will increase the density altitude. 

Completion Standard

The learner will understand and explain how high density altitude affects the glider during a landing.