Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 27, 2024

However, the capstone of all these efforts was the adoption of stabilized approach criteria and procedures on every approach and landing. So, What Is a Stabilized Approach? In fact, the verbal callout “stabilized” is part of the checklist. This definitely does not meet the FAA description of a stabilized approach and landing.

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Stability Approach Runway Pilot 79

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

If there’s a hill to climb, there are two options: Leave the throttle alone, and the car (airplane) will climb the hill but slow down and stabilize at a slower speed going up the hill. For example, in a 200-feet-per-minute descent, a typical light plane will only gain a little speed.

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Airplanes Pilot Descent Altimeter 87

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

Learn to use aircraft references to establish a stable descent rate and pitch, ending up in a smooth roundout and flare. The easiest way to achieve this is by flying a stabilized approach. So, what is a stabilized approach? 60 x 5 = 300 feet per minute is your recommended descent rate. Most approaches use a 3:1 glidepath.

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Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52

Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2024

However, the increased drag might make it impossible to take off again. As with any landing, it’s vital to have a stabilized approach. If you’re not stabilized at 200 feet AGL, go around. High-wing aircraft might need more power or pitch to arrest the descent. A field with tall grass will slow you down quickly on landing.

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NOTAMs Runway Approach Descent 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Any substantial changes to speed and descent rate will destabilize the landing. This gives you a safe buffer on the stall speed and plenty of time to stabilize. Full flaps are generally used since they lower approach speed and increase drag. Power controls the rate of descent, and pitch controls airspeed.

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Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Descent 52

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

This system includes modes for: roll pitch heading vertical speed altitude hold approach These modes allow for a steady rate of descent, ascent, and consistent speed and altitude ranges. One of the standout features of the Cessna 172’s cockpit is its digital autopilot system.

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Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 52

Pilot Institute

JUNE 26, 2024

Top Reasons for Go-Arounds Unstabilized Approach An aircraft must have a stabilized approach before landing. An approach is stabilized when: The aircraft is on the correct flight path, i.e., on runway centerline and glideslope. If the crew had gone around, they could’ve returned for a safer, stabilized approach and landing.

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Wind Shear Runway Approach Aeronautical Decision-Making 52