In an ideal world, upon reaching our decision altitude/height (DA or DH) or missed approach point (MAP), there would always be beautiful visibility and a clear runway. As we all know, life throws curveballs. A classic curveball in instrument flying can be a missed approach. Preparation is worth an ounce of cure, and these tips will help you stay ahead of the airplane during a missed approach.
Whenever I find myself in flight and behind the airplane, I always try to thoroughly brief the facts, conditions and circumstances that led to that condition. After all, mistakes can be some of our greatest teachable moments. I found myself behind the airplane one day, and it inspired the topic of this very article.
