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The Stabilized Approach Criteria is a structured guideline that pilots follow to ensure that they meet essential landing standards at specific altitudes—1,000 feet for Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) and 500 feet for Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC). These criteria include being on the correct flight path, having the right speed and configuration, and maintaining an appropriate descent rate.
The Case Study: Empire Airlines Flight 8284
The podcast presents a poignant case study of Empire Airlines Flight 8284, which suffered a crash attributed to an unstabilized approach. The crew of an ATR 42 faced multiple technical difficulties as they approached an airport in freezing fog.