What should you do if you need to perform an emergency landing after an engine failure straight ahead?

When faced with an engine failure during flight, maintaining a proper airspeed is critical for successfully managing the situation and ensuring control of the aircraft. The correct response involves configuring the aircraft to prevent further loss of lift and stall.

Setting the airspeed to a minimum of 110 knots during an emergency landing contributes to maintaining the aircraft's controllability. At this speed, the T-6A is in a safe range above stall speed, allowing you to maneuver effectively and make necessary adjustments to your approach. This helps sustain control authority and enhances the likelihood of achieving a successful landing.

In contrast to other options, while turning off the power control lever, pulling the firewall shutoff handle, or checking altitude may have relevance in various emergency scenarios, they do not directly address the immediate requirement of maintaining a safe airspeed during an engine failure situation. The priority must always be ensuring that the aircraft remains flyable and that you can execute the landing safely.