If you have initiated a waveoff after touching down, should you change your mind and attempt to land?

When you initiate a waveoff after touching down, it is a signal that you are no longer safe to land and need to execute a go-around. This decision is made for several safety reasons, which may include insufficient runway length, inability to stop safely, or other hazards that have arisen on the runway or in the landing environment. Committing to a waveoff indicates that the situation has changed and is no longer conducive to a safe landing.

Attempting to land after initiating a waveoff can lead to dangerous situations, such as overrunning the runway or colliding with obstacles or personnel on the runway. This is why it is critical to adhere to the waveoff decision and not attempt to land again. Once a waveoff is executed, the safe decision is to climb away from the runway and enter the traffic pattern for another approach when conditions are suitable. Prioritizing safety in this situation ensures that you maintain operational integrity and protect not only yourself but also other individuals on and around the airfield.