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IR.VI.E.S1FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Skills

Transition at the DA/DH, MDA, or visual descent point (VDP) to a visual flight conditio...

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Transition at the DA/DH, MDA, or visual descent point (VDP) to a visual flight condition, allowing for safe visual maneuvering and a normal landing.

Bottom line

Pilots should remain at or above the circling altitude until the aircraft is continuously in a position from which a descent to a landing on the intended runway can be made at a normal rate of descent and using normal maneuvers.

FAA references

  1. IFH ch. 3 (p. 3-10) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  2. IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-9) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-37) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  5. AFH ch. 15 (p. 15-13) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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