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PI.VIII.D.R7

Risk management

Executing a missed approach after the MAP while circling.

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Instrument Procedures Handbook p. 4-40
Chapter 4: Approaches › Missed Approach
MAP in the visual segment of a non-precision approach, there may be hazards when executing a missed approach below the MDA. The published missed approach procedure provides obstacle clearance only when the missed approach is conducted on the missed ... approach segment from or above the missed approach point, and assumes a climb rate of 200 ft/NM or higher, as published. If the aircraft initiates a missed approach at a point other than the missed approach point, from below…
Instrument Flying Handbook p. 10-21
Chapter 10: IFR Flight › Approach to an Airport With an Operating Tower, With an Approach Control › Landing
visual reference is lost while circling-to-land from an instrument approach, execute the appropriate MAP. Make the initial climbing turn toward the landing runway and then maneuver to intercept and fly the missed approach course. Pilots should immediately execute ... approach chart. If the flight visibility meets the minimum prescribed for the approach, then the approach may be continued to a landing. If the flight visibility is less than that prescribed for the approach, then the pilot must execute…
Aeronautical Information Manual p. 5-4-55
Chapter 5. Air Traffic Procedures › Section 4. Arrival Procedures › 5-4-19. Side-step Maneuver
straight-in approach, side-steps, or circles. Once below the MDA the pilot must see and avoid obstacles. Executing the missed approach after starting to maneuver usually places the aircraft beyond the MAP…