Common Errors - P-8710122

CHAPTER FIVE

T-6A INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

2. Some approaches have progressively lower stepdown

altitudes. Level off at each stepdown altitude until the indicated

DME point, and then continue descent until the next stepdown

altitude or MDA. Be sure you are using the correct minimums for

the runway in use. When directing a descent, student should direct

the IP to descend to the first altitude that must be maintained.

Then state any additional altitude restrictions that apply.

TWIST. Set the FAC in the CDI. Intercept and track the FAC.

TALK. Give the voice report, if requested (ensure you have made any required

frequency change). Report 200 feet prior to any level off altitude and MDA/DH to

IP.

NOTE

When not in radar contact, a voice report is required when leaving

FAF inbound on final approach (non-precision approach) or when

leaving the OM or fix used in lieu of the OM inbound on final

approach (precision approach).

Ensure the pilot levels off at the MDA. Do not allow descent below the MDA. If the pilot

descends below the MDA, direct an immediate climb to the MDA ("climb to 680 feet").

10. Provide heading, altitude, and airspeed inputs to the pilot as required to maintain 120 KIAS

on the FAC at the MDA.

11. At the MAP/DH: Report "at the MAP/DH" and ask your IP if the field is in sight. If the

field is in sight and the aircraft is in a position to make a safe landing, descent below the

MDA/DH is authorized. If both conditions are not met, direct the IP to execute a missed

approach.

NOTE

The pilot should not descend below the MDA prior to reaching the

VDP and acquiring the necessary visual reference.

COMMON ERRORS

Failure to set up NAVAIDs properly as soon as receiving radar vectors.

Failure to use NAVAIDs to maintain situational awareness.

Failure to be alert for CDI movement and intercept the FAC once cleared for the approach.

Slowing to 120 KIAS and/or transitioning to BAC when more than 4 NM from the FAF.

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