Instrument Meteorological Conditions Stability Wind Shear 
Northstar VFR
MARCH 23, 2025
Weather, hazardous conditions, wind, or a congested pattern can also add challenges to the approach making it more likely to be unstable. Remember the secret to a good landing is beginning with a good, stabilized approach! Weather Hazards Low visibility and wind shear are weather hazards that can create the need to go-around.
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. Weather Go-arounds due to weather occur due to wind shear caused by gusting winds or microbursts.
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