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Shorten the long landing
Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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One stabilised approach gate: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate was not assessed, because the approach did not join final that far out.
Side view — the last 2,439 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 2,439 m of the 4,065 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 778 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Firstly, congratulations on successfully landing the aircraft with a 71.2% score! While there were some areas that could be improved, it's important to acknowledge the positive aspects of your landing as well.
During the Approach Phase, it's noted that the descent path was above the glideslope limit. This is an area that can be refined with practice and attention to detail. By ensuring you maintain the correct descent path, you will have better control over the aircraft during the landing phase.
Moving onto the Landing Phase, it's mentioned that the threshold height was significantly above the target and the landing flare was very poor. These are key areas to focus on for improvement, as a smooth touchdown is crucial for a successful landing. Additionally, the poor landing heading should be addressed to ensure alignment with the runway.
In the Touchdown Phase, it's highlighted that the touchdown rate was firm and the speed was slightly above the target. Finding the right balance between these factors will lead to a smoother touchdown in future landings. Additionally, paying close attention to the touchdown point and runway alignment will help improve the overall landing score.
Despite these areas for improvement, it's commendable that you successfully landed the aircraft with a 19 kn crosswind. Handling crosswind conditions can be challenging, and your ability to land the aircraft in these conditions is impressive.
As you work on refining your landing technique, continue to focus on maintaining the correct descent path, executing a smooth flare, and improving alignment with the runway. By addressing these areas, you will see improvements in your overall landing performance. Keep up the great work and keep striving for excellence in your aviation skills!
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