Approach patterns - the large semi-circle for landings not sensible or realistic.
Flying around in approach pattern circles , especially when the enemy is so close to the airbase, i.e., Henderson field,Guadalcanal. would not have been too dangerous. Straight in and straight out approaches was the only way to avoid small arms fire.
Consistent circular fixed patterns also overlap when several airbases are in close proximity.
Straight in and straight out with holding patterns further away from the airbases would make more sense.
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