Non-stabilised approaches are often linked to serious incidents in aviation, including Loss of Control (LOC), Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT), and Runway Excursions (RE). To address this issue, the French Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) has released three important documents in English that focus on non-stabilised approaches.
The first publication, “Unstabilised Approaches,” offers valuable guidance for Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), controllers, airlines, and pilots. It outlines practical steps to reduce the chances of encountering an unstable approach. This document also references several accidents and incidents, which are discussed in related SKYbrary articles that link to official accident reports. You can find a copy on the SKYbrary Bookshelf.
The second document, titled “Synthesis on Unstabilised Approaches,” is published by the Bureau d’Enquêtes et d’Analyses (BEA). It provides an in-depth analysis of multiple accidents and serious incidents associated with unstabilised approaches. A copy of this analysis is also available on the SKYbrary Bookshelf.
Lastly, the “Stabilised Approaches Good Practice Guide” serves as a comprehensive resource for both pilots and controllers, promoting best practices in aviation. This guide is readily accessible on the SKYbrary Bookshelf as well.
These publications fall under various categories, including General, Controlled Flight Into Terrain, Loss of Control, Overrun on Landing, and Veer Off.
