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"A married mans landing"

I came across this expression (in connection with returning an a/c to the ground, not part of your house!) and have always wondered what it meant. Was it derogatory or complimentary?

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By: Gromit - 18th January 2006 at 12:54

Of course there is also the “Wing Commander’s Landing” – one which bounces halfway across the airfield. So called as only a Wing Commander could get away with such a poor show!

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By: WebPilot - 18th January 2006 at 12:54

Would that be best described as a “Straight in approach” or

a “Low approach and go around” ?

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Heh. Just make sure it’s not downwind…

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By: Barnowl - 18th January 2006 at 12:48

I don’t get it. Anyone help me out?

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By: AndyG - 18th January 2006 at 12:44

Would that be best described as a “Straight in approach” or

a “Low approach and go around” ?

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By: DocStirling - 18th January 2006 at 12:39

Thanks – in Stirlings that was probably a good idea on landing, an even better one on takeoff 😮

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By: WebPilot - 18th January 2006 at 12:06

It’s vaguely derogatory, meaning to err on the side of caution.

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