Steep Glidepath Factors
I'm carrying out an investigation into STOL operations and in particular the affect of a steep (>4 degree) Glide Path at an airport such as LCY versus a standard 3 degree GP at most other airports.
Whilst the start of descent wll clearly be much later, what other operational differences may there be? Will speeds vary greatly? tolerances on the GP/Localiser?
In particular i'm interested to know of any differences in factors afftecting decsion making should a problem occur. Given the steep approach, are there less options in the event of a situation at the top of descent as opposed to a standard 3 degree approach?
Thanks in advance!