Originally Posted by
Sliceback
I'd be surprised it that's what ATC expects as most flights are aiming for stable just prior to 1000' on VFR days. Low IFR? Vref at the FAF, or very shortly thereafter, is prudent.
IMO give them 150-160 to the FAF on VFR days and they'll love you OR tell you to slow down.
Uh not exactly
- Approach clearances or climb via/descend via clearances cancel any previously assigned speeds. Pilots are expected to make their own speed adjustments to fly the approach, SID, or STAR unless assigned speeds are restated.
https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publ...section_7.html
So what speed should ATC expect at the FAF?
Vmo?