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Danger lurks in circling approaches

Air Facts

Any NOTAMS applicable? Particular attention to true airspeed vs. turn radius. What specific indicated airspeed will be flown/adhered to during the circling maneuver? How truly important is this current approach to mission success? When was the last time either pilot (single pilot) performed this exact approach?

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What Is Air Density? A Simple Guide for Pilots

Pilot Institute

This means that if you encounter these conditions on a particular day, you would need to achieve a higher true airspeed to produce the same lift that would be generated at lower airspeeds in denser air. Check NOTAMs and weather briefings for any density altitude advisories. Is High Air Density Good for Flying?