Originally Posted by
APCHCLIMB
Side question. A lot of guys use the GS for pattern work (i.e. on the downwind or base to final). I know the GS is a "fan". But how wise is this?
Probably OK on base IF you're already at the right altitude and base position.
If your pattern is out to lunch, you might get a false GS.
Also seems to work OK late in the downwind, as you approach base but I don't trust it, I just reference the crossing altitude for my abeam fix.