flight operationsFAA-published sample question (FIA, Aug 2021)
What normally results from excessive airspeed on final approach?
A
Bouncing.
B
Floating.✓ Correct Answer
C
Ballooning.
Explanation
The Airplane Flying Handbook explains that excess airspeed on final makes the airplane float in ground effect during the roundout, because it has more energy than needed to land. Ballooning comes from too rapid a roundout, and bouncing from touching down with excessive sink or improper attitude.
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