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Old 10th Dec 2012, 16:44
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MM6473
 
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Flap 2, 160kts (speedbrake if not holding it), 4nm, managed speed, Gear down, Flap 3, Flap full.

Configured by 1000ft which meets our company requirements, speed normally either stable or slightly out, but we have an extra 500ft to reduce once through a 1000ft.

Unless there is a stupid amount of tailwind then it pretty much works every time.

Some people get twitchy sometimes about the speed, but I have never had to go around at 500ft due to excess energy.

I was sceptical at first until I flew with a very good trainer who demonstrated it, since then I have been converted. If the speed is holding stable at 160kts you could push managed speed early and the majority of time aircraft will hold 160kt with the speed target at Vapp.

As ever so many techniques whatever makes you comfortable.
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