Originally Posted by
N5139
IIRC, the CRJ slows at about 10 knots a mile. I'm sure five miles works, though. I just remember needing about 7 for 335-250.
J.
Yeah I'll usually chop the power just prior to the 5 mile fix, like mile or half mile, and it usually does it just fine. Rarely will I ever have to use spoilers. If I neglect to factor in a raging tailwind, then I'll end up screwing myself and have to pull the boards out.