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PA.VII.B.S4FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills

Establish a stabilized descent.

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Establish a stabilized descent.

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A stabilized descent should be established (approximately 500 fpm) and trim adjusted. A turn should be initiated after the stabilized descent is established, if desired. Trimming should cease at speeds slower than takeoff.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-19) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 5, Coordinated Flight (p. 5-8) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-24) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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