For the out-of-trim procedure, what is the recovery altitude and deceleration target?

• A. 600 ft, decel to 75 KCAS
• B. 800 ft, decel to 60 KCAS
• C. 500 ft, decel to 90 KCAS
• D. 1000 ft, decel to 85 KCAS

Answer: (A)

In recovering from an out-of-trim condition, the goal is to quickly regain a stable and controllable flight state at a safe altitude and airspeed so you can re‑center the trim and verify control effectiveness. A recovery altitude of 600 ft AGL provides enough vertical room to maneuver, confirm you’re not in immediate danger of a stall, and complete the trim reconfiguration without rushing or trying to react at too low an altitude. Decelerating to 75 KCAS gives a practical balance: you’re slow enough to reduce stick forces and allow the trim to settle back to a neutral state, but not so slow that you risk a stall or lose control authority. Once you’re at that speed and stabilized, you can finish the trim restoration and continue the approach or maneuver with a secure configuration.