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Old 19th Sep 2015, 10:44
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DIA74 Sorry I'm lost there.
Ended in a "robust" landing and fairly fierce breaking.
What broke?
What is the connection between a 7% steeper approach and a robust landing?
How did you know it was a steeper approach? Did the Nigel announce it or could you see the difference? I have to admit flying as a pax into Malaga RWY 13 I can't feel nor see any real difference to RWY 31.
As for robust landings - yes they happen! Anywhere.

As a pilot, flying a steeper approach, even 0.2 deg I always err on the safer side and configure earlier to avoid any FDM alerts. More drag = more aerodynamic noise and more engine noise. Pointless.
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