Top of Drop ???
The question is: Given a choice of profile without ATC obstruction, would you descend at idle thrust all the way down to approach platform altitude or use a 3degree profile from the CRZ?
For example 35000 ft *3 = 115 nm before destination and at a ground speed of 420 kts a V/S of 2100 fpm, adjusting the V/S as you go to take in to account of the change in ground speed. This would give you a 3-degree profile, good for the press system and pax comfort.
Or
Use a Path/Vnav/Profile used by the FMS that calculates idle thrust all the way down. This gives high rates of descent 3000-5000 fpm on the aircraft I fly and always seems like a bit of a rush!!
I have been a F/O for about 8 months now and most of the skippers I fly with have different ideas! Some constructive help from the more experienced of you out there would be great.