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Pro Tip: Perfect Your Landing Approach

Even the best pilots need to master landings, as improper approaches can lead to crashes. • Use throttle to control descent. Avoid relying solely on elevator input, as this can lead to stalling. • Maintain a stable glide path. Approach at a consistent angle, adjusting power as necessary. • Practice dead-stick landings. Learning to land without power prepares you for emergency situations. Setting up flaperons or flaps can also help reduce landing speed for smoother...
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