Ensure the pilot levels off at the MDA, if applicable

CHAPTER FIVE

T-6A INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

TIME. Second timing not required.

TRANSITION. Direct a descent to MDA or altitude restriction, if any. Ensure rate

of descent utilized is sufficient to meet all altitude restrictions, if any, and arrive at the

MDA prior to the VDP, if depicted, or MAP.

NOTES

1. There are different techniques for the descent to MDA. One

is to maintain a gradual descent similar to the glideslope. Another

is to descend at a higher rate and arrive at the MDA sooner. The

goal of both is to arrive at the MDA with enough time to visually

acquire the runway environment prior to getting to the MAP.

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, which 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 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).

5. Ensure the pilot levels off at the MDA, if applicable. 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").

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

on the FAC at the MDA.

7. At the MAP: Report "at the MAP" 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 is

authorized. If both conditions are not met, direct the IP to execute a missed approach.

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