Which statement best defines LAND/DITCH IMMEDIATELY?

• A. When there is a serious malfunction requiring immediate landing or ditching.
• B. When weather is favorable for landing.
• C. When fuel is ample.
• D. When the crew wants to land soon.

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that LAND/DITCH IMMEDIATELY is commanded only when a serious malfunction or emergency makes any delay dangerous, so you must touchdown right away or ditch, with no time for normal checks or planning. This means you act immediately to land at the nearest safe location or, if over water, perform a ditch to protect everyone on board. The other scenarios don’t describe an emergency that demands instant action: favorable weather, ample fuel, or simply a desire to land soon don’t create the forced, time-critical situation that requires immediate landing or ditching.