Aspen at Its Toughest: Low Ceilings and Minimums Ahead

Описание: Aspen at its toughest. Join me for the SARDD THREE departure (obstacle) out of Aspen and back in on the LOC/ DME‑E into Runway 15 — a mountain approach that demands precision, focus, and respect for the terrain. Whether you fly real‑world IFR or in the sim, this arrival delivers a cinematic descent into one of Colorado’s most iconic valleys.

Watch as the needles come alive, the terrain rises around us, and the approach unfolds step by step into Aspen. Flying the XPlane 12 Beech Baron 58 gets the job done.

Part 5C combines the departure and arrival with low weather ceilings and blue sky above. Reported as a most challenging airport to take off from and to land at. A fun test of your flying skills in your home simulator.

ASPEN-PITKIN COUNTY/SARDY FLD (ASE)

✈️ Aircraft: Beechcraft Baron 58
🌄 Airport: Aspen–Pitkin County (KASE)
🛬 Approach: Steep approach to RWY 15
🖥️ Simulator: X‑Plane 12

00:00 – Introduction
09:15 – Taxi to RWY 33
08:27 – Departure Briefing
21:10 – Take-Off roll
22:40 – Climb into weather
29:15 – Holding pattern entry LINZ
34:20 – Direct to AJAXX for approach
29:15 – Holding pattern entry AJAXX
44:50 – Intercepting the localizer LOC DME
45:35 – Descent into Aspen
50:40 – Visual breakout
51:50 – Landing RWY 15
53:55 – Outro

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This video showcases the Aspen LOC DME‑E approach into Runway 15, highlighting real‑world IFR technique, mountain flying skills, and the unique challenges of operating into high‑altitude terrain. A great reference for pilots and sim flyers studying this iconic Aspen procedure.

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