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Old 19th October 2009 | 15:29
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vasilis
 
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Glide slope capture from above.
The following procedure should only be applied when established on the localizer.
React without delay to ensure the aircraft is configured for landing before 1000ft AAH.
When cleared to intercept the glide slope:
Lower the Landing Gear
MCP ALT-1000ft AAH
V/S mode- Select 1500FPM initially then as required to maintain Flaps Placard speed minus 20kts.
APP mode-Select
At G/S capture:
MCP ALT-Set to Go Around altitude.
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