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Old 24th March 2004 | 10:23
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DRJAD
 
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An overhead join is, of course, normal procedure at Sherburn: 1500' on the QFE, descend deadside to circuit height, and join the circuit pattern via crosswind perpendicularly orientated on the upwind end of the active runway. All straightforward, allows for a good lookout to be maintained, and appropriate radio calls contribute toward the maintenance of a good traffic picture.

There are no difficulties, though, occasionally, I believe, it can give a student in the circuit some pause for thought if, for example, a visitor insists upon a straight in approach.
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