Which flap settings are authorized for non-terminal, tactical maneuvering flap use?

• A. Up, 2, 4, 6, 8
• B. Up, 1, 5, 10
• C. Up, 1, 5, 10, 15
• D. 1, 5, 10, 15

Answer: (C)

In non-terminal, tactical maneuvering, flap use is restricted to a specific set of positions that provide the right balance of lift, drag, and controllability for tight and precise handling. The authorized options include zero flap (Up) and the discrete settings of 1, 5, 10, and 15 degrees. These increments give you the needed maneuverability without deploying flap extents that could destabilize the aircraft or reduce speed margins during critical tactical phases.

This set is chosen because it covers a small, usable range (1 degree) for fine lift adjustments, plus larger increments (5, 10, 15 degrees) for when more lift is required, all within safe limits for non-terminal maneuvering. The other choices include flap positions that aren’t authorized for this regime or omit Up, which is a valid option for zero flap.

So the best choice lists Up and the flap positions of 1, 5, 10, and 15 degrees.