It is definitely possible, I do it from time to time as needed. Main thing is to keep count of the number of passes and it works out pretty well. On wider pieces it can also get hard to keep the piece flat enough during run through to not end up with some sniping. Usually have to sand a bit to smooth out.
As said, you can do it and it works just a matter of getting the hang of it. If you need this capability a lot its probably not your best option.