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Old 17th Jul 2019, 13:46
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gearlever
 
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Originally Posted by B2N2
Angle the radar up 10 degrees and I do t fly under red/magenta.
Wind direction and storm movement?
Published missed approach clear or not?
Alternate escape route that allows to stay in VMC conditions?
I’ve done visual approaches with an alternate missed approach coordinated with ATC prior to commencement.
"I’ve done visual approaches with an alternate missed approach coordinated with ATC prior to commencement.".

Yep. I have done this many times at busy airports. 99% success while others diverted. Just coordinate with ATC. If you say "due to weather" local noise abatement procedures are voided.
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