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Gene,
Although I agree that circling approaches at minimums are arguably one of the most dangerous things a GA IFR pilot can do, I feel that with proper training, briefing and precautions, they can be safely accomplished. It gets into the area of trying to teach judgement. --ron On Mon, 16 May 2005 15:08:09 GMT, "Gene Whitt" wrote: Y'All, Here are some thoughts that I have not yet posted to my web site. Would appreciate any additions. Gene Whitt Flying in Circles IFR ---Circling approaches are an option to be avoided in times of reduced visibility Circling approaches are an option to be approached with extreme caution in times of reduced visibility ---Circling requires that you have the runway in sight at all times ---You cannot leave the circling MDA unless able to descend to the runway USING NORMAL MANEUVERS AND AT A NORMAL RATE OF SPEED ---You must choose the circle before descending below its MDA ---Circling at night, in low visibility and exposed to disorientation is a POTENTIALLY LOSING POKER HAND ---The notes restricting just where circling is allowed is usually a clue ---Don't ask for a circling approach where ceilings are not well above circling minimums UNLESS YOU ARE CONFIDENT OF YOUR ABILITIES; AND CURRENT WITH THE PROCEDURE. ---By keeping your distance from the airport until turning final you avoid 'killer' bank angles ---Being IFR in VFR conditions at an airport does NOT give you any special 'rights' Add emphasis to this one (above) ---Go missed if you lose visual of the runway AT ANY TIME, EVEN IF JUST BRIEFLY. Ron (EPM) (N5843Q, Mooney M20E) (CP, ASEL, ASES, IA) |
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