RTN11
I see nothing wrong with flying a steep approach compared to a low approach and I also do not see why dropping like a vertical stone engine throttled back with a sharp flare makes for a good pilot.
Ok the video was funny I will admit that
The problem being there are so many variables in weather and traffic that you should be capable of numerous approaches and not be fixed to one!
There you are high about to turn base for your steep throttle closed descent tight in and there are two other aircraft on finals.
Do you drop down in front of them or extend downwind to slot in behind them?
Do you use the same technique on a really short runway where you need to hit the numbers?
Strong winds and shear? Do you use the extra control ability of the powered approach or the lesser control ability of the closed throttle.
I have even used curved descending approaches from downwind or S turns for spacing!
It is being comfortable in all scenarios and selecting the right approach that IMO is the right way not selecting one approach style to suit all.
As a jet pilot NO I do not want a light single plodding down the approach from 6 miles out at 65 kts causing a missed approach but neither do I want one appearing in my 12 o clock dropping in front of me
