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MY FS FLIGHTS
Flight Score
Work on the flare
Arrive slow and the sink rate at the threshold is already above schedule, the flare is short because there is no energy to extend it, and the touchdown is hard in a way that feels exactly like a late flare. Diagnosing a slow arrival as a late flare is the catastrophic misread: you respond by flaring earlier, which bleeds more speed, which makes the next one worse. The tiebreaker is threshold speed against VRef, not feel. Never diagnose a flare without it.
Read more in Flare TimingStart to finish · 18 stages, 16 scored
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
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 1,610 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,610 m of the 3,570 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 747 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Just Flight RJ100 British Airways Colum was a smooth one overall. The taxi from the parking to the runway at LIEA Alghero-Fertilia Airport took 12 minutes and covered 2 nm. The average speed during the taxi was 8 kn. The departure from runway 02 at LIEA Alghero-Fertilia Airport was successful, with a takeoff distance of 1,048 m and a liftoff speed of 120 kn.
The enroute climb started 2 miles northeast of LIEA Alghero-Fertilia Airport, climbing from 1,105 ft asl to 29,068 ft asl in 26 minutes, covering 141 nm. Enroute level cruise started 46 miles southeast of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France, lasting 41 minutes and covering 225 nm. The descent started 2 miles northwest of Mollens, Switzerland, descending from 28,797 ft asl to 2,129 ft asl in 14 minutes and covering 19 nm.
The final approach to runway 22 at LSGG Geneva Cointrin International Airport was from the northeast, with successful descent and touchdown at 93 kn and -412 ft/m touchdown rate. The landing distance was 1,470 m, covering 41% of the runway. The taxi from the runway to the parking took 1 minute.
Overall, the total flight distance was 395 nm, taking 93 minutes and using 3,382 kg of fuel. Despite some minor misalignments during landing and rollout, the flight was completed successfully and safely.
First of all, I want to commend the pilot for managing to land the aircraft safely despite the challenges faced during the landing process. While the overall score of 67.1% may not be where we aim for, there are certainly areas where improvements can be made for future landings.
During the Approach Phase, it is important to ensure a proper descent path is maintained, staying within glideslope limits. Additionally, heading alignment plays a crucial role in setting up for a smooth landing. Consider working on these aspects to improve the overall approach to the runway.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is evident that there were issues with the threshold height, landing flare, heading, and bank angle stability. These factors can greatly impact the smoothness and safety of the landing. I recommend practicing and focusing on these areas to achieve a more controlled and precise touchdown.
In the Touchdown Phase, while the touchdown speed was good at 93 knots, the hard touchdown rate and touchdown point beyond the touchdown zone are areas for improvement. Working on achieving a softer touchdown and ensuring alignment with the designated touchdown zone will contribute to a more successful landing.
Lastly, the slight misalignment of the runway touchdown position from the centerline should also be addressed. Precision in all aspects of the landing process is key to a successful and safe landing.
Overall, I encourage the pilot to analyze and reflect on the feedback provided for each phase of the landing process. With practice and focus on the areas needing improvement, I am confident that future landings can yield higher scores and a smoother overall experience. Keep up the dedication and commitment to continuous improvement in your flying skills.
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