What Happens in the Last Minute Before Takeoff?
Final Cabin Check
Cabin crew ensure all passengers are seated, seatbelts fastened, and tray tables closed.
Cockpit Coordination
Pilots receive last instructions from
Air Traffic Control
for takeoff clearance.
Engine Power-Up
Engines are set to
takeoff thrust
, producing the roar you hear inside the cabin.
Lights & Systems On
Cabin lights dim, runway lights guide the aircraft, and safety systems are double-checked.
Flaps & Controls Set
Pilots adjust
flaps and rudders
to give the wings extra lift during takeoff.
In less than a minute, the aircraft lifts into the sky. At
Skytech Aviation
, students prepare for the excitement and responsibility of these moments.