What is the target pitch attitude for the EGPWS/CFIT Escape Maneuver?

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What is the target pitch attitude for the EGPWS/CFIT Escape Maneuver?

When an EGPWS/CFIT alert appears, the escape maneuver focuses on getting you into a positive climb quickly to increase terrain clearance. The target pitch attitude of about 15 degrees nose-up is chosen because it delivers a reliable climb rate without pushing the airframe toward a stall or loss of airspeed. A smaller pitch, like 5 degrees, wouldn’t gain altitude fast enough to outpace rising terrain. A much steeper pitch, such as 25 or 30 degrees, increases stall risk and can degrade control, especially at lower speeds or heavier weights. So 15 degrees hits the right balance between gaining altitude promptly and staying within safe aerodynamic limits, making it the best choice for the escape maneuver.

When an EGPWS/CFIT alert appears, the escape maneuver focuses on getting you into a positive climb quickly to increase terrain clearance. The target pitch attitude of about 15 degrees nose-up is chosen because it delivers a reliable climb rate without pushing the airframe toward a stall or loss of airspeed. A smaller pitch, like 5 degrees, wouldn’t gain altitude fast enough to outpace rising terrain. A much steeper pitch, such as 25 or 30 degrees, increases stall risk and can degrade control, especially at lower speeds or heavier weights. So 15 degrees hits the right balance between gaining altitude promptly and staying within safe aerodynamic limits, making it the best choice for the escape maneuver.

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