An extract from an operations manual for a private category tri-jet operation regularly using London City:
'The general notes on arrival as published by Jeppesen, advise that aircraft should at no time 'be lower than the approach path that would have been followed when using the ILS glidepath', i.e. 5.5 degrees. In practice, when visual and below the Decision Altitude, it is acceptable to 'duck' slightly under the glideslope in order to touchdown as close to the threshold of the runway as is practical and safe. A PAPI indication of three reds and one white can be aimed for initially and four reds is acceptable just before touchdown.'
Could you please comment as to legality of this practice and the good piloting sense of it. Think this needs changing. Your help appreciated.
