After passing the final approach fix (FAF) and reporting visibility below minimums, what should you do?

After passing the final approach fix and encountering visibility below minimums, it is crucial to maintain a structured approach to ensure safety. Continuing the approach to the Minimum Descent Altitude (MDA) or Decision Height (DH) allows the pilot to assess the situation further. By proceeding to the MDA or DH, the pilot can determine whether the required visual references are available to safely land.

If visual references are not attained by the time the MDA or DH is reached, the pilot can then execute a go-around as planned. This procedure reinforces the importance of following established protocols for maintaining situational awareness and optimizing safety during an approach, especially in conditions that may change unexpectedly.

The alternative actions, such as executing a go-around prematurely or maintaining altitude without further descent, do not adequately address the necessity of checking visual conditions at MDA/DH, which is essential for informed decision-making on whether to land or go around.