Originally Posted by
Robbiee
It is better to do a constant speed approach when practicing autos. It is better to do a variable speed approach when a check pilot is sitting next to you and you want him to see that you know what you're doing.
Outside of that, you're the pilot, you decide what works best for you.
I always liked the v low level, v max, downwind approach, followed by a pull up to a wingover around 250ft, spiral descent down to the low hover or 0/0 on the spot. Always surprised the marshaller that one!
