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Old 10th Feb 2020, 08:41
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Originally Posted by Airbanda
The smaller jets, 737/A32x etc seemed to be getting in at LGW. It was the widebodies that were doing GAs. Most giving it up at around 5 miles rather than short finals.

I've posted a question as to what factors might be present at 5 miles that made approach nonviable. Assume it's to do with stability or reported winds but as a non pilot I'm curious.
Yes, exactly what I would like to know. Are the heavies more trickier in windy conditions?
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