Circuits

Question 1

At what point is the base turn initiated?

Answer 1

Once the threshold is over the shoulder to the rear L/R

Question 2

As you pass the threshold, explain your actions up to entering the base turn?

Answer 2

1. Make the R/T
2. Lookout for traffic
   
   • Straight in approaches (extended centreline, below
   • Initials (opposite, above)
   • Glide circuits (above)

Question 3

What are your actions to enter the base turn?

Answer 3

Simultaneously:
1. Set base turn attitude (Roll 30º AoB horizon touches top of mirror)
2. Set 20-30% TQ (based on wind)
- Lookout has been completed so make sure attitude is set correctly
3. Flaps to LDG
4. Confirm PWR

Question 4

As you come around the base turn to capture the extended centreline, what are you looking for/doing?

Answer 4

1. Imagine a line parallel with the horizon from the aim point, this line should intersect the top of the AoA indexer
2. Monitor IAS closely to capture 120KIAS

Question 5

As you roll onto the extended centreline, what are you checking?

Answer 5

A - Confirm aim point on AoA indexer
L - Aim point, aspect
A - Rollout onto finals
P - IAS 120KIAS and stable

Question 6

What are you actions to correct is slow/fast coming into the base turn?

Answer 6

Increase/reduce power approx 5% and maintain attitude

Question 7

You have just rolled out onto finals, what are your actions up too the flare?

Answer 7

1. Reduce power 5-10% IOT capture 110KIAS
2. Confirm IAS
3. Complete finals checks

Commence finals work cycle:

Aim point: On top of AoA indexers
Aspect: Visual 3º (3 red, 1 white PAPI)
Airspeed: 110KIAS

Complete finals checks:

Question 8

Approaching the runway, what are your actions to intimate the flare and landing?

Answer 8

1. Scan near end, far end