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OK, a question from a pilot. Why do Maastricht generally ask for specific descent rates?
I would imagine that most of us would comply but Maastricht seem to be the only place in the world where giving a descent rate is routine.
From a pilot's point of view it comes across a being dictatorial about the way we fly the aircraft. It also means that we have to overide our company SOPs that ask us to fly the most economical speed/profile.
I certainly comply but must admit it always irritates to be given a descent rate for no APPARENT good reason.
I am not trying to be controversial but am generally interested in the situation from your point of view.