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AA.VI.G.K1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

Elements related to circling approach procedures and limitations, including approach ca...

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Elements related to circling approach procedures and limitations, including approach categories and related airspeed restrictions.

Bottom line

If it is necessary to maneuver at speeds in excess of the upper limit of a speed range for a category, the minimums for the next higher category should be used.

FAA references

  1. IFH ch. 1 (p. 1-23) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  2. 14 CFR 97.3 (Symbols and terms used in procedures.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
  3. 14 CFR 91.175 (Takeoff and landing under IFR.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
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