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Know your rotation speed
A typical trainer rotates in the mid-50s of knots - a 172 at around 55 KIAS, climbing out at a Vy in the low 70s, though check your own POH rather than memorising Cessna's numbers - and the transferable rule is that Vr sits just above the stall speed in takeoff configuration. Rotate early because "it felt ready" and the aircraft lifts off inside ground effect, where induced drag is reduced, then climbs out of it into more drag. On a marginal-performance day the result is an aircraft that lifts off and then refuses to climb, sagging back towards the runway.
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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 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 1,936 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 224 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 33 at MYCC Cat Cay Airport, where the aircraft, a PC-12, accelerated down the 526-meter runway, covering 95% of its length, before lifting off at a speed of 77 knots. The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 24 degrees Celsius and a gentle wind of 2 knots from a direction of 90 degrees, resulting in a minimal crosswind and a slight tailwind.
As the aircraft climbed away from the airport, it began its enroute climb, starting approximately 1 mile northwest of MYCC Cat Cay Airport, at an altitude of 413 feet above sea level. The climb was steep, with the aircraft rising to an altitude of 683 feet above sea level, an increase of 270 feet, in less than 1 minute and covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. This rapid ascent allowed the aircraft to quickly gain altitude and establish a stable climb.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, which began approximately 2 miles north of MYCC Cat Cay Airport. During this 6-minute period, the aircraft maintained a steady altitude and covered a distance of 8 nautical miles. This cruise phase allowed the aircraft to conserve fuel and maintain a steady pace.
As the aircraft approached its destination, it began its final approach to runway 28 at MYBS South Bimini Airport. The approach was made from the east, with the aircraft heading 290.0 degrees at an altitude of 1,249 feet above ground level, approximately 3 nautical miles from the runway. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 23 degrees Celsius and a gentle wind of 1 knot from a direction of 180 degrees, resulting in a minimal crosswind and a slight headwind.
The landing was smooth and controlled, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 78 knots and a touchdown rate of -149 feet per minute. The touchdown distance was 224 meters, which was well within the available runway length of 1,936 meters. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, and the runway rollout alignment was very good, indicating a smooth and controlled descent.
Following the landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, taking approximately 1 minute and covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 13 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 12 minutes. The aircraft used a total of 46 kilograms of fuel during the flight. Overall, the flight was characterized by a smooth and controlled climb, cruise, and descent, with a good landing and a smooth taxi to the parking area.
The PC-12 aircraft successfully landed at MYBS South Bimini Airport, demonstrating exceptional piloting skills. The final approach to runway 28 from the east, heading 290.0° at 3 nautical miles and 1,249 feet above ground level (agl), showcased the pilot's ability to navigate the aircraft with precision.
Upon landing, the pilot achieved a threshold speed of 82 knots, which is well within the acceptable range. The touchdown distance of 224 meters was also satisfactory, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown speed of 78 knots was within the recommended limits, and the touchdown rate of -149 feet per minute (fpm) was smooth, signifying a gentle and stable landing.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 23°C and a wind speed of 1 knot from 180°. This resulted in a negligible crosswind component of 1 knot and a headwind of 0 knots. The pilot's ability to adapt to these conditions and maintain a perfect runway touchdown alignment is a testament to their expertise.
The total landing distance of 943 meters, which accounts for 49% of the runway length, is a notable achievement. This indicates that the pilot was able to bring the aircraft to a stop within a relatively short distance, showcasing their proficiency in controlling the aircraft's speed and descent rate.
The runway rollout alignment was also very good, demonstrating the pilot's ability to maintain control of the aircraft during the critical phase of landing. Overall, this landing performance is a reflection of the pilot's exceptional skills and experience, and it highlights the capabilities of the PC-12 aircraft in various weather conditions.
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