Helicopter Non-Precision Approaches
There is much debate at the moment in my corner of the training world about non-precision approaches, and I would be grateful if anyone could give me a definitive "textbook" answer to put this to rest:
Jeppesen charts in USA still show "traditional" non-precision approaches with MDA and missed approach point.
In Europe, however, these all seem to have disappeared to be replaced by big-jet style continuous descent profiles with a decision altitude.
Some believe that you can still fly this approach in a helicopter in the "traditional" manner, treating the DA as an MDA. Others say that you must fly it as published on the chart. There is debate as to whether there should be a helicopter type allowance to add on before it is acceptable to fly it as a DA.
Please dont give me another opinion, because I have heard lots! Just need the chapter and verse!
Many thanks in anticipation,
Plod