Autoland with PM 737

[Tony]

Hi All,

Auto landing proves to be impossible now except with both NAVs set ?
But how do I do that without radios ?
I have autotune on, but the plane banks heavily approching the strip.....
In other words: What is the procedure for
"SINGLE CH display and handling implemented for 737 NG"

Tony

[Hans Krohn]

Hi Tony,

Single channel means you will have to disengage the ap, usually latest at RA 100ft. In reality, it is often done earlier, say at 500ft.

About the ap initiating steep banks while trying to catch the localizer: Try setting up an approch where you have the plane aligned with the extended runway line at least 10 miles out. I have not yet seen an approach plate where the IAF is any closer than that to the TDZ!

Anyway, more distance will give the system enough time to stabilize.

If you want to do (or need to do) turns very close to the runway, better hand-fly the plane. (good luck with that

Best regards,
Hans

[Tony]

Thx Hans.

That is understood.

Going for some serious amount of practicing