What is the autopilot minimum altitude for a go-around if the autopilot is not already engaged?

What is the autopilot minimum altitude for a go-around if the autopilot is not already engaged?

• A. 50' AGL
• B. 100' AGL
• C. 200' AGL
• D. 300' AGL

Answer: (B)

Starting a go-around without the autopilot engaged requires enough height to safely transition from landing to climb while manually handling power and attitude. 100 feet AGL gives you the necessary margin to apply full thrust, pitch up, and begin the climb while you configure the airplane and ensure runway alignment remains safe. Going lower leaves almost no time or margin to recover if the aircraft mood or controls react unexpectedly, while going higher than 100 feet adds unnecessary altitude to a maneuver that’s intended to be a quick transition. If the autopilot were engaged, the automation would manage the transition, but when you’re hand-flying, 100 feet AGL is the practical minimum to start a go-around safely.

Starting a go-around without the autopilot engaged requires enough height to safely transition from landing to climb while manually handling power and attitude. 100 feet AGL gives you the necessary margin to apply full thrust, pitch up, and begin the climb while you configure the airplane and ensure runway alignment remains safe. Going lower leaves almost no time or margin to recover if the aircraft mood or controls react unexpectedly, while going higher than 100 feet adds unnecessary altitude to a maneuver that’s intended to be a quick transition. If the autopilot were engaged, the automation would manage the transition, but when you’re hand-flying, 100 feet AGL is the practical minimum to start a go-around safely.