Hobiehawker
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I have been out of general aviation for about 20 years and have recently returned to SEL VFR flying and have a question.
When approaching an uncontrolled airport from the other side of the pattern, what is the standard of approaching the traffic pattern. The AIM explains the best way is to enter on a 45 to downwind but I can't see exactly the best way to approach the 45 from the opposite side.
I have seen some fly overhead and then maneuver for the 45. I have seen some fly over head and descend to TPA while on downwind. And I have seen some enter on a crosswind then fly down wind.
Any suggestions?
Thanks for your responses.
When approaching an uncontrolled airport from the other side of the pattern, what is the standard of approaching the traffic pattern. The AIM explains the best way is to enter on a 45 to downwind but I can't see exactly the best way to approach the 45 from the opposite side.
I have seen some fly overhead and then maneuver for the 45. I have seen some fly over head and descend to TPA while on downwind. And I have seen some enter on a crosswind then fly down wind.
Any suggestions?
Thanks for your responses.