TT,
I guess this is one of those which we 'not in the know' wouldn't be aware.
I do recollect going in to Basrah at night as FO (ex capt but >60 - thanks France & USA!), with top rate capt & FE, flying B747 for charter outfit.
I suggested close in steep circling descent, lights out. We discussed the fact that we had not practiced this procedure in the sim and agreed that (as usual in competent professional ops) anyone could express discomfort.
Accomplished successfully.
On return to UK, mentioned to boss.
Result?
Notice to crew that this sort of procedure was not necessary nor was it company policy. Fortunately most of the FD crew were experienced and financially well enough off not to give a sh1t what flt ops said.
Why would they not wish us to do a tactical approach?
Well what do you think the difference is between the insurance premium for normal ops and that for a war zone?
