What steps comprise the standard go-around procedure on the A320?

• A. Apply TOGA thrust, maintain appropriate flight path with a positive pitch, retract flaps gradually, and re-intercept the flight path or ILS as required
• B. Push the nose down and accelerate to flap limit
• C. Continue the approach and attempt a landing
• D. Extend speed brakes and wait for clearance

Answer: (A)

When a go-around is required, the priority is to establish a safe climb quickly and configure the airplane for a stable re-approach. The steps use maximum climb thrust to guarantee a positive rate, so you lift off the approach path without delay. After applying this thrust, hold a positive pitch to ensure a steady climb rather than allowing the nose to drop or the airspeed to bleed off. As you climb, retract the flap setting in stages so the aircraft becomes more aerodynamic and the drag is reduced gradually—this helps you gain airspeed and climb performance without stressing the configuration limits. Once you’re clean and climbing, you re-intercept the intended flight path or ILS as required to resume the approach or proceed to the missed approach procedure. Extending speed brakes during a go-around would just add drag and slow you down, so they’re not part of the standard sequence. Pushing the nose down or continuing the approach to land would defeat the purpose of a go-around, which is to secure a safe, stable transition to a climb and subsequent re-approach.