Absurd is such a strong word.

I don't want to change the entire IFR system. I just want the controller to
cut me some slack and let me stay higher until I'm a bit closer to the
runway at night. That being said, the comments on this newsgroup, once
again, have educated me and helped me figure out a better way of achieving
what I want. I realize now I have several other options: One being not
talking to approach when landing on 16. The other, staying VFR with
following and self vectoring to the FAF which will allow me to use the
glideslope information without triggering the set of controller responses
which ensues when I ask for a "practice approach."

Thanks for you help. Didn't mean to be absurd.

"Sam Spade" wrote in message
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Sounds like you think the entire IFR system should be revamp to make sure
single-engine aircraft are "safe" at all times.

Your ideas are absurd, to say the least.

wrote:
It's interesting that the our instrument approaches (and controllers)
don't consider single engine power outages and glide ratios when
directing traffic. Many approaches have you descending below glide
distances way sooner than need be. With all the worry and concern about
terrain, obstacles, seperation, etc. you'd think somebody would have
raised this safety issue.