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Old 24th Aug 2010, 16:51
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Gerard - I had forgotten the 'excess' kts

I totally concur with your last para - no excuses!

Originally Posted by aterpster
I submit CTL is a very demanding, difficult maneuver for the most competent of pilots. The egress to the missed approach procedure is no small consideration among other factors.
- once again we diverge. Not 'demanding' nor 'difficult' and the MAP is not difficult to brief and master.
attempting to avoid known (to him) areas "unfriendly" to overflight
- none I am aware of to the north.
as they proceeded towards the hills.
- "aye - there's the rub" (more Shakespeare)

Anyone else with a stab at impact heading for kota?

AL1 - do I hear rumours of a coup in Pakistan?
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