Figure 5-23 Missed Approach

T-6A INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

CHAPTER FIVE

In preparation for the circling maneuver, study the aerodrome data box on the instrument

approach plate. The "inbound arrow" will display the track of the arriving aircraft in relation to

the airport. This will help the aircrew determine which circling maneuver may work best for

landing on the intended runway.

512. MISSED APPROACH FROM A CIRCLING MANEUVER

If visual reference is lost while circling-to-land from an instrument approach, the missed

approach specified for that particular procedure must be followed (unless an alternate missed

approach procedure is specified by ATC).

To become established on the prescribed missed approach course, the pilot should make an

initial climbing turn toward the landing runway and continue the turn until he is established on

the missed approach course. Because there are many variations to the circle-to-land maneuver,

different patterns may be required to become established on the prescribed missed approach

course, depending on the aircraft position at the time and the time visual reference is lost (Figure

5-24).

Adherence to the procedure assures an aircraft remains within the circling and missed approach

obstruction clearance areas.

Decision to miss here

Climbing turn

Circling

Climbing turn

Maneuver

Decision

to miss here

Figure 5-23 Missed Approach

TERMINAL PROCEDURES

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