When I fly SEP I don't fly a 3 degree approach for the simple reason that it means I will be lower on final than I need to be. If I fly a steep approach and experience an engine failure on base or final I will have the option to glide into the field and will have more time available to locate a site for a forced landing should it be necessary.
There is always the argument that these steep, glide approaches are bad for an SEP due to shock cooling but if the airfield is surrounded by densely populated or hazardous terrain it is the best option.
At the end of the day you fly the approach that is appropriate for the aircraft, traffic and airfield.
Last edited by Fostex; 19th Jun 2014 at 14:48.