In a braking loss/asymmetry scenario, which action should be performed first?

• A. Release momentarily
• B. Select ANTI-SKID to OFF
• C. Re-apply wheel brakes as required
• D. Apply maximum reverse thrust until stopping assured

Answer: (A)

When braking action is uneven or a braking loss occurs on one side, the immediate goal is to prevent wheel lock and maintain steerable control. Releasing the brakes momentarily unloads the brake pressure, letting the wheel speeds recover so the anti-skid system can re-engage and modulate braking evenly. This reduces the risk of a skid on the operating wheel and stabilizes deceleration.

After this brief release, you can reapply brakes smoothly as needed to continue stopping. Turning anti-skid off removes a key protection against wheel lock, applying brakes hard on an asymmetrical situation can worsen the skid, and relying on maximum reverse thrust isn’t the correct first step for managing braking loss and asymmetry during rollout.