Instrument Maneuver Spotlight: Missed Approach from a Circling : IFR Focus

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Welcome to the Instrument Maneuver Spotlight series—where we break down the key maneuvers you’ll need to master for instrument flying and your checkride.

Few scenarios demand quicker thinking than a missed approach from a circling approach. You’re low, close to the airport, and transitioning from visual references back to instruments all while not aligned with the runway. In this spotlight, we’ll show you how to execute the maneuver smoothly and within standards—when to make the call, how to reposition to overfly the airport, and how to manage the climb, configuration, and communication when the workload is at its highest.

Each maneuver is part of Sporty’s Instrument Rating Course and includes a narrated video animation, along with step-by-step instructions that include performance standards and common errors. Study them while on the ground or print them for quick reference in the airplane.

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The IFR Focus Team is made up of experienced flight instructors, professional pilots, and editors dedicated to helping instrument pilots sharpen their skills. Drawing on decades of real-world flying and teaching experience, the team curates practical tips, training resources, and scenario-based content to make IFR flying safer and more enjoyable.

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