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Old 21st Sep 2004, 01:09
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5000' is in CTA, the 4500' step goes out to 20 DME. I think procedures designed at controlled airports are designed to stay within CTA - someone with more qualifications may be able to help here. Obviously not a consideration when airspace is deactivated though.

I have to agree with Bingle, why descend to 5000' and mix it with the weather and terrain? I always briefed we would hold at 6000 minimum if required due to the DME and speed limitations at 5000'. You can still capture the localiser and glideslope comfortably from 6000'.
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