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Old 21st Nov 2019, 03:34
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Constant Aspect Approach

I believe most glider pilots adopt the concept of the Constant Aspect Approach, it having been drilled into them in circuit planning pre-solo in glider pilot training. Keeping the landing zone at a constant angle of view whilst setting up for the approach is fundamental to achieving a landing in the correct part of the field.
There are videos and further explanations on gurgle...
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