Which statement correctly describes the status of flight spoilers by 1000 ft HAT in stabilized approach criteria?

Which statement correctly describes the status of flight spoilers by 1000 ft HAT in stabilized approach criteria?

• A. Flight spoilers fully deployed
• B. Flight spoilers retracted
• C. Flight spoilers partially deployed
• D. Flight spoilers not used

Answer: (B)

In a stabilized approach you want a clean wing and a predictable energy state. By the time you reach 1000 ft height above touchdown, the flight spoilers should be retracted to minimize drag and keep the approach configuration clean. Leaving spoilers extended at this point would add drag, alter the descent profile, and complicate maintaining a stable glide path or executing a go-around if needed. Therefore, the correct description is that the flight spoilers are retracted.

In a stabilized approach you want a clean wing and a predictable energy state. By the time you reach 1000 ft height above touchdown, the flight spoilers should be retracted to minimize drag and keep the approach configuration clean. Leaving spoilers extended at this point would add drag, alter the descent profile, and complicate maintaining a stable glide path or executing a go-around if needed. Therefore, the correct description is that the flight spoilers are retracted.