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Weather theoryQuestion 312 of 934

How does a higher altitude affect takeoff and landing performance?

  1. Takeoff and landing distances decrease and climb rates increase
  2. Takeoff distance increases but landing distance decreases
  3. Takeoff and landing distances stay the same but climb rates decrease
  4. Takeoff and landing distances increase and climb rates decrease
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Correct answer: Takeoff and landing distances increase and climb rates decrease

Lower pressure at altitude means thinner air, so distances grow and climb rates fall.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 12: Weather Theory — Altitude and Flight, page 290

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026