FREE WORKED MISSION · WX-044

Amsterdam Storm Shift

A short airline sector becomes a decision-making exercise when Hamburg changes runway during descent.

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Operational briefing

The sector is short, but the arrival changes. Re-brief the procedure, monitor fuel and prevent time pressure from creating a rushed approach.

Conditions: A line of showers, a 35-degree wind shift and temporarily moderate visibility.

Mission limitations

  • Choose the alternate before departure
  • Fully re-brief the new approach
  • Go around if stability criteria are exceeded

Successful flight

  • No route discontinuity
  • Adequate fuel after replanning
  • Calm task management