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Old 18th Apr 2005, 01:40
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Menen
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So often in aviation we forget the lessons of the past, particularly when those in the industry are relatively new to the aviation fraternity.

A stabilised approach is supposed to be just that. Not bleeding speed in the last 500 feet. Not selecting flap late. Not having to use large thrust/power changes. Not having to make large lateral corrections ( a good guide - stay within the extended edges of the runway for a narrow body).

What stupidity to be unstablized in the most critical area of a sector. For goodness sake, review some past histories and ask yourselves, 'WHY NOT BE STABILISED"......or can't we fly within exceedance limits.

Perhaps we should do glide approaches and extend the gear and flap in the last 100ft. Saves fuel and not a problem to the aces yet to have their comeuppance.

The quote I heard recently............."a stabilised approach is too restricting. If you can't make all the adjustments needed you shouldn't be flying".

Now there's a professional safety conscious captain, yes?