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What danger does ground effect create during takeoff?

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  1. Lifting off too slowly to climb once out of it
  2. Stalling at a higher speed near the ground
  3. Losing elevator control on the runway

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References

  1. FAA Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 5 www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/faa-h-8083-25c.pdf Checked 2026-10-07.

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