What is the expected outcome when a stabilized approach crosses the runway threshold?

• A. Normal landing at touchdown zone
• B. Initiate go-around
• C. Hold short of runway
• D. Continue approach

Answer: (A)

When you have a stabilized approach, you’re on the correct flight path, properly configured, and maintaining a safe sink rate and airspeed. Crossing the runway threshold in this state signals you’re in the final phase and ready to land if conditions are safe. The expected outcome is a normal landing at the touchdown zone, where landings are intended to touch down. Initiating a go-around is reserved for situations where the approach isn’t stable or something unsafe prevents landing; holding short would occur if you’re cleared to land but instructed to stop before the runway; continuing the approach after crossing the threshold isn’t appropriate when you’re already in the landing phase.