Approach

Question 1

Can you shoot PA and APV approaches in 2D?

Answer 1

No, never!

Question 2

What is the steepest approach that we are allowed to perform?

Answer 2

8°
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 3

When are you required to enable the “Steep Approach” mode?

Answer 3

When shooting an approach with a glide slope > 4°
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 4

What is the max tailwind allowed to shoot a steep approach?

Answer 4

5 kts
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 5

When shooting a steep approch in VNAV mode, when should you disconnect the autopilot?

Answer 5

Before reaching 400 ft.
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 6

Can you perform a steep approach in icing conditions?

Answer 6

No!
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 7

Which mode MUST be de-activated before performing a steep approach?

Answer 7

Prop Low Speed.
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 8

When should you configure your airplane during a steep approach?

Answer 8

Before intercepting the glideslope, you should have gear down + flaps 40° set.
(ref: Centrik&raquo_space; POH SUP Doc 02412 - Steep Approach Landings)

Question 9

What are the buffer minima for approaches?

Answer 9

1. For a CDFA, 0 ft.
2. For a non-CDFA, 20 ft.
3. For a circling approach, 50 ft.

Source: OM-A

Question 10

What are the stabilisation heights?

Answer 10

1. For IFR approaches:
   a. In VMC, 500 ft AAL
   b. In IMC, 1000 ft AAL
2. For VFR approaches, 300 ft AAL

Source: OM-A, 8.3.19.7.3

Question 11

Where can I find the approach stabilisation criteria?

Answer 11

OM-A, 8.3.19.7.3

Question 12

What are the call-outs at stabilization height?

Answer 12

PF: “Stable”
PM: “Check”