Instrument Approahes, Circling Approaches Flashcards
1
Q
What is a visual manoeuvring (circling)
A
Non precision approach
Visual phase of flight after completing an instrument approach to bring the aircraft into position for landing on a runway not suitably located for a straight in approach
2
Q
What happens if there is obstacles within the VM(C) area
A
The whole area may be precluded
3
Q
Why is each approach different
A
Runway layout
Final approach track
Met conditions
4
Q
What to do in a missed approach when on VM(C)
A
Make a climbing turn towards the instrument runway and when overhead aerodrome = Carry our missed approach specified for the instrument approach runway
5
Q
What is the min visibility for VM(C)
A
Category of a/c = Vis (Nm)
A = 1 B = 1.5 C = 2 D = 2.5
6
Q
What categories of aircraft are applicable to do circling approaches
A
A, B, C, D, E
