Visual reference
Hello everybody,
I have a special question which might appear stupid but as someone who has studied law before starting a flying career the following regulation is not sufficient for me to continue the approach at the minimum ... in my opinion there should be at least 2 or 3 more sentences for clarification:
Visual reference for CAT I approach (as an example, actually all other approaches with their special requirements could be named as well):A pilot may not continue an approach below the Category I decision height ... unless at least one of the following visual references for the intended runway is distinctly visible and identifiable to the pilot:
(i) Elements of the approach light system;
(ii) The threshold;
(iii) The threshold markings;
(iv) The threshold lights;
(v) The threshold identification lights;
(vi) The visual glide slope indicator;
(vii) The touchdown zone or touchdown zone markings;
(viii) The touchdown zone lights; or
(ix) Runway edge lights.
So my question is what happens next if I can see only one of those visual references? Let's assume elements of the approach lights are visible but not the runway. How far can a pilot continue below minimum legally without seeing the runway clearly? Are there additional rules or regulations?
And guys, to make it clear, in such a case I would treat such visual reference only as additional bonus time of max 2 - 3 seconds (30 - 50 ft) before initiating a G/A in case I cannot establish visual contact with the runway.
Thanks in advance!