Approach stabilisation

Review the path

Compare actual position, altitude and deviations with the chart and clearance. Check the selected navigation source and active FMA.

Review energy

Check actual speed, trend, thrust and vertical speed. A correct position on the glidepath can still hide an excessive speed or unstable thrust.

Review configuration

Verify landing gear, flap position and landing speed against the planned approach. Check actual indications, not only lever positions.

Consider the environment

Account for runway condition, wind, visibility and the planned stopping method.

Stabilised approach criteria

If the aircraft cannot meet the applicable simulated stabilisation criteria, or guidance is unreliable, initiate a go-around while there is room to do so.

Review after the manoeuvre

Once established on a safe missed-approach path, identify what went wrong and decide whether to try again or divert. ^[157]