The QRH Abnormals for less than 45 Flap are to address specific flap malfunctions not for the pilot to modify the AFM procedure.
I believe the procedure you are referring to is titled FLAP FAIL (ABNORMAL 8-6). it begins with flaps failure occurred at less than 8 degrees
Please explain where that procedure allows for a less tha 45 flap landing when the flaps are operative. And explain why controllability, tested during certification, was inadequate for the conditions?
One thing for sure, adding another 16-18 knots of true airspeed wouldn't have helped on that day at ASE under that tailwind.
Last edited by galaxy flyer; 7th Jan 2014 at 00:59.