Porpoising

Definitions

• Oscillating around the lateral axis of the aircraft during landing.
• A rhythmic pitching motion caused by an incorrect planing attitude during takeoff.

References

• Airplane Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2021
• Powered Parachute Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2007
• Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2024
• Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008