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Go-around and missed approach

When a go-around is required, perform the procedure in the stated sequence. Push the takeoff/go-around (TO/GA) switch, select flaps 15 and verify a positive climb before the associated gear and mode control panel (MCP) checks. After flap retraction, select level change (LVL CHG) as stated. Maintain the assigned flight-control response and follow the assigned missed-approach route, speeds and altitude. This procedure is not a general failure checklist. For a subsequent approach, create a new phase record and verify the current configuration. Do not reuse completion evidence from the discontinued approach.
1

TO/GA — Push

When the stated condition is satisfied, push the assigned TO/GA switch once. Verify the resulting thrust and flight-mode indications.
2

Flaps lever — 15

When the stated condition is satisfied, select 15. Verify the required lever detent and actual flap/slat configuration.
3

At positive climb: Landing gear lever — Up

Condition: At positive climb.When the stated condition is satisfied, select the landing gear lever UP. Verify the required lever position and gear indications.
4

At positive climb: MCP missed approach altitude — Verify

Condition: At positive climb.Verify the assigned missed-approach altitude on the MCP at the stated condition. Verify the selected target independently of actual altitude.
5

At positive climb: Flap lever — As directed

Condition: At positive climb.When the stated condition is satisfied, select the directed flap detent. Verify the required lever detent and actual flap/slat configuration.
6

After flap retraction: Pitch mode — LVL CHG

Condition: After flap retraction.After the required flap retraction, select LVL CHG and verify the active pitch mode and approved targets.
Continue along the selected chart’s missed-approach route and altitude instructions. If cleared for another approach, return to Approach and establish a new checklist phase record.

Detailed procedures

The following pages preserve each checklist item’s conditions, verification requirements and source identity.
Last modified on October 30, 2026