We had a discussion recently in another thread on this perennial subject so was intrigued to come across these notes on a 737 Landing Technique web site. Coming from a rotorhead background, and given the previous thread on the subject, I'm intrigued as to why the rationale might change pre/post glideslope capture.
During intermediate approach - before glideslope capture
Speed is controlled by pitch
Rate of descent is controlled by thrust
During final approach - after glideslope capture
Speed is controlled by thrust
Rate of descent is controlled by pitch
Let the fight begin.
