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Of the following actions listed, which would be the most appropriate if microbursts are forecast and observed immediately prior to an approach for landing?
  • A
    Increase the approach speed and reduce the amount of landing flap extended.
  • B
    Hold until conditions improve.
  • C
    Decrease the approach speed and reduce the approach descent gradient.
  • D
    Reduce the approach descent gradient.
Microbursts are short lived, with peak winds lasting only 5 minutes or less. If they're caused by a single-cell storm, you can often divert or delay your arrival until the storm is clear. If you see one, wait it out. Flying through or landing in the face of a microburst is simply the worst option.
  • If microbursts are observed prior to the approach => Hold until conditions improve
  • If microbursts are observed during the approach => The approach speed should be increased, the landing gear should remain extended and the flaps deployed.

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