During single runway operations, what should solo students be directed to do?

Solo students during single runway operations should be directed to perform a full stop landing. This is important for several reasons.

Firstly, a full stop landing allows the student to complete the landing and taxi back to the starting position without hindrance. It promotes safety, especially in single runway operations where the potential for congestion or confusion can be heightened.

Additionally, focusing on full stop landings ensures that the student gains experience with the entire landing sequence, including deceleration and taxiing, which are critical components of safe flight operations. It reinforces good habits in landing procedures and gives the student the opportunity to accurately assess their performance after the landing is completed, which is crucial for their learning experience.

In contrast, options such as performing touch-and-go landings or conducting multiple pattern approaches may introduce unnecessary complexity and increase the risk during flights where the circumstances may require extra caution due to limited runway availability. The minimum fuel requirement is a safety measure, but it does not dictate the landing method in terms of training and operational safety under the specified conditions.