Chapter 7 Circling Approaches

Question 1

What is a circling approach?

Answer 1

Flying an instrument approach and then flying visually around to land on the opposite runway

Question 2

What type of approach is a circling approach?

Answer 2

Non precision

Question 3

What is the area where a circling procedure is allowed to take place?

Answer 3

Visual maneuvering (circling) area

Question 4

Should there be obstacles within the VM(C) area what can be done?

Answer 4

The whole area may be precluded

Question 5

Why is each circling approach different?

Answer 5

• runway layout
• FAT
• met conditions

Question 6

What is the missed approach procedure for a circling approach?

Answer 6

Climbing turn towards landing runway and then carry out missed approach

Question 7

What must be done during the circling manoeuvre while at MDA/H

Answer 7

Keep the rwy environment in sight

Question 8

What is the runway environment?

Answer 8

Approach lights and other identifiable markings

Question 9

What is the required visibility for a circling approach for each category of aircraft?

Answer 9

A = 1nm
B = 1.5nm
C = 2nm
D = 2.5nm
E = 3nm