Which speed is not part of the standard missed-approach speed sequence?

Which speed is not part of the standard missed-approach speed sequence?

• A. Vref
• B. V2+20
• C. Vfto
• D. 200 Knots

Answer: (A)

During a missed approach you’re focused on a safe, energetic climb to clear obstacles. The speeds you target are tied to performance data for climbing with the aircraft configured for takeoff or in a clean configuration as you retract flaps and gear. V2+20 is used to ensure you have enough energy above takeoff safety speed to climb efficiently. VfTO represents the takeoff safety speed used in the departure phase, guiding the initial acceleration and climb. A speed like 200 knots is a common clean-configuration speed used during the climb after flap retraction to establish a stable, productive climb. Vref, however, is the landing reference speed used to configure for approach and landing, not for the missed-approach climb. So Vref doesn’t belong in the standard missed-approach speed sequence.

During a missed approach you’re focused on a safe, energetic climb to clear obstacles. The speeds you target are tied to performance data for climbing with the aircraft configured for takeoff or in a clean configuration as you retract flaps and gear. V2+20 is used to ensure you have enough energy above takeoff safety speed to climb efficiently. VfTO represents the takeoff safety speed used in the departure phase, guiding the initial acceleration and climb. A speed like 200 knots is a common clean-configuration speed used during the climb after flap retraction to establish a stable, productive climb. Vref, however, is the landing reference speed used to configure for approach and landing, not for the missed-approach climb. So Vref doesn’t belong in the standard missed-approach speed sequence.