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Old February 24th 18, 08:52 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Bruce Hoult
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On Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 8:08:29 AM UTC+3, Tom wrote:
Oh, I forgot - there is a good argument that a low pass is not legal. That whole minimum altitude over "a congested area but “not for the purpose of takeoff or landing.” Take a look at 91.119, make your call eyes wide open. Sorry to take all the fun out of it. I know - there's many rationalizations, justifications and arguments. Not trying to pick a fight - just pointing out some issues with the practice of this maneuver.


Power pilots deliberately practice "missed approach" with no intention of landing on the first pass all the time.