When planning a missed approach from a localizer, what is the first action after crossing the MAP?

When planning a missed approach from a localizer, what is the first action after crossing the MAP?

• A. Apply maximum thrust and commence climb per the published missed approach procedure
• B. Immediately contact ATC and hold
• C. Turn toward the VDP
• D. Continue straight ahead and complete the landing

Answer: (A)

When you reach the missed approach point, you must be prepared to execute a go-around if a landing isn’t assured. The first action is to apply the go-around power and begin the climb immediately, following the published missed approach procedure. This rapid transition to a climb ensures immediate obstacle clearance and puts you on the correct missed approach track without delay. Turning toward the visual descent point would be through the landing phase and isn’t part of the missed approach sequence. Continuing straight ahead would mean trying to land despite not having the runway secured. Waiting to contact ATC before climbing isn’t the first step either—the initial climb and configuration changes come first, with ATC coordination occurring once you’re established in the missed approach.

When you reach the missed approach point, you must be prepared to execute a go-around if a landing isn’t assured. The first action is to apply the go-around power and begin the climb immediately, following the published missed approach procedure. This rapid transition to a climb ensures immediate obstacle clearance and puts you on the correct missed approach track without delay.

Turning toward the visual descent point would be through the landing phase and isn’t part of the missed approach sequence. Continuing straight ahead would mean trying to land despite not having the runway secured. Waiting to contact ATC before climbing isn’t the first step either—the initial climb and configuration changes come first, with ATC coordination occurring once you’re established in the missed approach.