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Old 7th Feb 2012, 20:49
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Sir George Cayley
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Leaving aside weather and classification of the approach, you need to know which aircraft type was used to set up the PAPI.

An [MEHT] minimum eye height above the threshold is a key factor in ensuring a safe approach following the the guidance of the PAPI. If that design a/c is a B747 or A340-600 then clearly in a smaller aircraft your wheels will be higher if your eyes are following the lights.