At what minimum altitude should a recovery from a spin occur?

The minimum altitude for recovering from a spin is generally recommended to be at 4000 feet or more above ground level. This guideline is based on the fact that spins can consume a significant amount of altitude—often several hundred feet—before recovery can be initiated and executed successfully. The higher altitude provides a safety margin that allows the pilot adequate time to assess the situation, attempt the recovery procedure, and still have a sufficient buffer to prevent descending below the minimum safe altitude for the area.

Recovering from a spin requires proper technique and can take more time than anticipated; being at a higher altitude increases the chances of a safe recovery without risk of hitting the ground.

Options that suggest altitude thresholds below 4000 feet may not provide sufficient time and space for effective recovery, making them less safe choices for examining spin recovery protocols.