Cub Driver wrote:

And it is local custom at some airports to descend into the traffic
pattern. Personally, I have never seen it, and I hope that I never
will. (I don't even particularly care for the mid-field crossover

In my last 1000 flights, I'd estimate that 90% include a
descent into the pattern and 60% include a mid field
crossover. It's pretty difficult not to descend, even in
the pattern, when flying a glider, and when a mid field
crossover is standard at your airport to avoid the ridge,
then that's what everyone does. Keep your eyes open out
there.

Todd Pattist
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