AA.VII.C.K4FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge
A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts.
Bottom line
If there is a deviation from the desired altitude/distance target, the energy state needs to be adjusted. Numerous power fluctuations or repeated deployment and stowing of speed brakes is an indication of either pilot failure to adequately plan and/or manage the descent, or a poorly designed arrival procedure.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 1 mile per 10 knots of head/tail wind component at cruise altitude | Wind adjust |
| a 10-knot change in speed often allows a smooth, gradual correction | Speed fix |
| gear and landing flaps by 1,000 feet AGL, power up by 500 feet AGL | Stabilized |
FAA references
- AFH ch. 16 (p. 16-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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