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Old 13th June 2006 | 19:27
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JW411
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I totally agree. ATC expect a minimum descent (or climb) rate of 500 fpm. Although a descent rate of more than 1000 fpm is possible it is not a good idea for more than 1000 fpm in this climate could be a company SOP safety call.

Therefore, 750 fpm (if needed) would be a good result.
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