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Old 16th Feb 2011, 16:55
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I've heard this described as a 'stabilised' approach, but to me it just looks like bad flying. Sorry.
Mark

There must be an awful lot of bad pilots flying heavier stuff around the world.

Its nothing to do with the size of the aircraft but being in harmony with all the forces drag and energy that is available to your aircraft.

I can understand a student whoi is not in harmony with all those factors where the instructor says push for speed as that keeps the student on the right side of the drag curve but as he gains experience he should practice energy and drag management and getting a true feel for his aeroplane?

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