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Continuous Descent

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How Do Pilots Decide When To Begin Their Descent?

The typical descent for an airliner is performed at a 3-degree angle.

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How Continuous Descent Is Saving CO2 At Some European Airports

The airports that have the most flights with continuous descent approach also see fewer CO2 emissions per landing.

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