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Old 22nd Apr 2011, 16:17
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FlightDetent

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Originally Posted by I-WEBA
the standard rule for ils app is flap 1 then 2000 ft flap2 gear down , f3 and full. someone told me that sometimes usually landing weight above 60 tons is better intercepting at flap 2 . when you intercept at flap 2 do you leave speed decelerating to Sspeed or you use a higher selected speed?
My experience is limited but never I had problems sticking to Airbus suggested procedure, S speed at G/S intercept and getting dirty at 2000 AAL. Stable at 1000. ATC requests permitting, of course. Inbetween 42t and 75t, even with some tail-wind it works like a charm. (studying FCOM for FAPs below 2000 AAL needed).

Descending along GP with F2 and selected 180/160 never made any sense so far.

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