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Unstable approaches

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According to the FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam), a stable approach is defined as one in which the pilot establishes and maintains a constant angle glidepath toward a predetermined point on the landing runway. Accepting a visual approach in an area of high terrain without use of vertical guidance can increase the chances of an unstable approach.

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