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AA.VI.G.S4FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Skills

Establish the approach and landing configuration. Maintain a stabilized approach and a ...

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Establish the approach and landing configuration. Maintain a stabilized approach and a descent rate that ensures arrival at the MDA, or the preselected circling altitude above the MDA, prior to the missed approach point.

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The applicant exhibits the skill to: Establish the approach and landing configuration. Maintain a stabilized approach and a descent rate that ensures arrival at the MDA, or the preselected circling altitude above the MDA, prior to the missed approach point.

FAA references

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