GOM Approach and Landing

Question 1

What is the vertical speed that can NOT be exceeded below 2500’ AGL?

Answer 1

1500 FPM

Question 2

What Charactorizes a “Stabilized” Approach?

Answer 2

1. Constant Angle, Constant Rate of Descent
2. Stabilized by 1000’ AFE
3. On the correct Track
4. On the correct Glidepath (30 degrees Bank and +/- 300 FPM)
5. Proper Approach speeds with Engines Spooled Up
6. Rate of Descent no greater than 1000 FPM (if performed must have been prior briefed)

NOTE: IF THE CONDITIONS LISTED ARE NOT MET, A G0-AROUND OR MISSED APPROACH MUST BE EXECUTED!

Question 3

Which lights will be illuminated while on the ground?

Answer 3

Position Lights

Anti Collision Lights

Question 4

What lights will be on when crossing a runway?

Answer 4

Taxi

Ice Inspection

Strobe

Question 5

When are Flight Crews cleared to descent below the MSA?

Answer 5

1. Cleared by ATC under Radar Surveillance
2. Established on a published segment of an arrival or approach that indicates a lower Alt.
3. On A visual Approach with the airport in sight and in a position to land using normal maneuvers and safe obsticle clearance.

Question 6

Does Mesa conduct Circle to Land approach maneuvers? If so, when?

Answer 6

Wx = 1000’ + Ceilings and 3 miles visablity