AA.VII.F.K3FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge
How to determine a suitable airport.
How to determine a suitable airport.
Bottom line
Aircrews need to use caution when selecting an airport in a cautionary or emergency situation, especially if the airport was not previously analyzed suitable for diversion during preflight.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| about 20 miles south of Northampton (in that scenario) | Nearest full services |
| approximately 800 feet above the ground at Northampton | LNAV MDA |
| approximately 1,100 feet above ground at Turners Falls | Circling MDA |
FAA references
- IPH ch. 6 (p. 6-15) — FAA-H-8083-16B
- RMH App. D (p. D-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- IPH App. A (p. A-2) — FAA-H-8083-16B
- IFH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-15B
- IFH ch. 11 (p. 11-5) — FAA-H-8083-15B
- AFH ch. 11 (p. 11-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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