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Old 8th Sep 2013, 04:10
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Just use VNAV, RNP, and treat MDA(H) as a DA(H)

While authority views on this still may vary globally, and operator's policies still widely vary, and notwithstanding obsolete criteria still in TERPS and Pans-Ops, from a scientific and safety perspective, the issue of the potential minor momentary descent slightly below MDA(H) during a properly executed G/A is completely irrelevant. Both the FAA/JAA/Industry AWO HWG recognized this now over two decades ago (e.g., Theo Van de Ven's RLD paper) as well as even FAA's signed AC120-29A, which acknowledged this situation with language such as:

“Go-Around” Transition To A Missed ApproachWhen Using a DA(H) or MDA(H).



When using minima based on this appendix in conjunction with a DA(H), flightcrew procedures for timely initiation of a go-around and anticipated altitude loss below the DA(H) during the momentary transition to a go-around are assumed to be the same as those specified for ILS, MLS, or GLS. The procedures used may be as specified by the operator or by the aircraft manufacturer, as applicable.



When using minima based on this appendix in conjunction with an MDA(H), it is recognized that the missed approach path following a stabilised approach may momentarily descend below MDA(H) while initiating the missed approach. This momentary and slight descent below MDA(H) during the transition to a missed approach is considered acceptable and is assumed to typically result in a displacement below MDA(H) of 50 ft. or less.
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