We must be stabilised by 1000 feet. If using flaps 3 the VAPP is around 140 on A320 and 145/150 on A321 so it’s never a real issue while using flaps 3. I personally always use flaps 3 unless I need a lower VAPP to vacate earlier. We don’t operate on short runways. Flaps 3, you fly faster, better handling and burn less fuel. It’s a win for everyone. It’s never an issue for us to comply with any speed restrictions by ATC since as long we are within 20kt from VAPP target we are considered stabilised. In normal conditions ( no excessive tailwind shifting to headwind) we lose about 15kt per NM with gears and flaps full on the Baby bus.
In Hong Kong airport if your VAPP is less than 125kt you must advise ATC. Many airports also require minimum flaps setting for landing to expedite traffic flow. From my experience the faster you fly on final, the happier the ATC will be as long as you are not getting too close to the traffic ahead of you or affecting a potential departing traffic.
Last edited by pineteam; 14th May 2025 at 16:39.
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