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Old 20th Mar 2018, 11:27
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underfire
 
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This operator's SOP requires autopilot to remain engaged until 300 ft AGL on all visual approaches.
For some airports, especially in the ME, this is a very good idea as there is almost always a windshear at around 500'. Keeps the surprises down a bit.
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