<30° or >30° but <5 knots: what engine setting is specified?

• A. TOGA, release brakes
• B. <75%N1, release brakes, TOGA
• C. Idle/Taxi thrust, release brakes, TOGA
• D. Idle, release brakes

Answer: (A)

When you’re ready to start the takeoff roll or perform a go-around, the engines should be commanded to takeoff/go-around thrust. That means selecting the TOGA setting, which delivers the maximum available thrust, and releasing the brakes to begin rolling. This combination ensures you have enough power to reach takeoff speed quickly and to execute a go-around if needed. Lower thrust levels, like idle or partial thrust, won’t provide the necessary acceleration, and releasing brakes without selecting TOGA would leave you with insufficient power for a timely takeoff or go-around.