Sierra Pattern A320 (Must Read)

You are on short final into Innsbruck (LOWI) RWY 26. At 200’ RA, you encounter severe windshear. The PNF calls "GO AROUND – TO/GA."

A typical automation and configuration sequence for the Sierra Pattern looks like this: sierra pattern a320

Upon reaching Point Sierra, the Pilot Flying (PF) typically disconnects the autopilot to hand-fly the aircraft, though they may leave the auto-thrust engaged to manage speed. The pilot maintains visual contact with the runway environment. Wind correction is vital here; a strong crosswind can blow the A320 too close to the runway or drift it into restricted terrain. The Final Turn You are on short final into Innsbruck (LOWI) RWY 26

In the middle of a descending turn, the pilot is often instructed to drop the landing gear and select Flaps 3 or Flaps Full. This introduces massive aerodynamic drag. The pilot must instantly counter the pitch-up tendency of the gear deployment and rapidly manage power to prevent the airspeed from decaying below the minimum maneuvering speed ( VLScap V sub cap L cap S end-sub Phase 5: Clean-Up and Exit The pilot maintains visual contact with the runway

If you are preparing for an upcoming simulator check, let me know: