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desertdog71 · November 11th, 2006, 21:36

You say a front passed 2 hours ago and brought heavy rain and wind, but your 1 hour old weather is stating Calm and 1800 OVC. The weather report 40 miles east of the location has 700 ovc, but weather tends to clear after passage of a front. (Assuming cold front and west to east movement)

I would say determine your ground speed using DME or whatever to determine the approx winds, and make a decision while shooting the ILS. Once you have determined approx wind conditions either land. Circle to land if ceiling is above 1000 ft. If neither is favorable go missed and hold or divert as needed.

I am totally guessing at this one though. With my limited experience that would be the process I would go through. It will be interesting to hear some other thoughts.

November 11th, 2006, 21:36	#3
desertdog71 Old Skool Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: KIDP/KCNU Posts: 3,006	Re: Uncontrolled Field with no ASOS You say a front passed 2 hours ago and brought heavy rain and wind, but your 1 hour old weather is stating Calm and 1800 OVC. The weather report 40 miles east of the location has 700 ovc, but weather tends to clear after passage of a front. (Assuming cold front and west to east movement) I would say determine your ground speed using DME or whatever to determine the approx winds, and make a decision while shooting the ILS. Once you have determined approx wind conditions either land. Circle to land if ceiling is above 1000 ft. If neither is favorable go missed and hold or divert as needed. I am totally guessing at this one though. With my limited experience that would be the process I would go through. It will be interesting to hear some other thoughts. __________________ www.flywhiteair.com http://www.myspace.com/desertdog71 Following message is for SkyCougar. Took my chances on a big jet plane, Never let them tell you that they're all the same.