Low approach
Low Approach (dt. Low approach ) is an English term in the flier language and refers to the coupled approach a runway by an aircraft , but sit up without. The runway is flown over at a low altitude and the flight continues. It should be noted that in Europe the minimum safe altitude of 500 feet may not be less than above ground, which is only allowed to start or landing (SERA.5005f).
This procedure is mainly used to practice IFR approaches. The pilot simulates a missed approach by flying over the airfield at the prescribed altitude ( DA or MDA ) after the approach and then following the prescribed procedure for a missed approach.
Another common application is supply flights (dropping) over runways that are not at all suitable for landing the aircraft used.
literature
- FAA : Aeronautical Information Manual - Official Guide to Basic Flight Information and ATC Procedures , February 11, 2011, Sections 4−3−12. Low Approach , available online (PDF; 9.0 MB)
Individual evidence
- ↑ EU DVO 923/2012 , SERA.5005 visual flight rules, letter f