During a soft field takeoff, what is the recommended action regarding rotation speed?

In a soft field takeoff, the recommended action regarding rotation speed is to rotate at the slowest possible speed. This technique helps to minimize the chances of the aircraft encountering soft ground conditions, which may compromise performance. By lifting off at a lower speed, the aircraft can more effectively transition from ground to flight, allowing for an increased margin of safety during takeoff.

When using this procedure, drivers must keep in mind that the soft field conditions can reduce the available takeoff distance and the aircraft's ability to achieve a required climb. Thus, rotating early at the slowest controllable speed helps to ensure that the wings generate adequate lift to free the aircraft from the ground without risking a stall.

In contrast, choosing to rotate at the manufacturer's recommended speed, climbing speed, or the highest ground speed does not align with the soft field takeoff technique. These alternatives could lead to an insufficient performance assessment related to the soft terrain and may delay the transition to flight, increasing the risk of damaging the aircraft or losing control on takeoff.