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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.
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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 2,863 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 492 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Boeing 777-300 began with a 7-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at EGLL Heathrow, where the departure roll on runway 09R covered 1462 meters, representing 44% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 182 knots in a local weather condition of 13°C with 1-knot wind and no crosswind or headwind.
The enroute climb started near Feltham, London, increasing from 1118 feet above sea level to 2059 feet in one minute and covering 2 nautical miles. The enroute descent began near Hounslow, London, descending from 2101 feet to 1886 feet in one minute and covering 1 nautical mile.
Climbing started near Belsize Park, London, going from 3809 feet to 5987 feet in one minute, covering 4 nautical miles. Level cruise began near Edgware, London, lasting one minute and covering 5 nautical miles. The subsequent climb started overhead Elstree, climbing from 6138 feet to 36053 feet in 17 minutes, covering 98 nautical miles.
The flight then had a level cruise starting near Parwich, England, lasting 171 minutes and covering 1271 nautical miles. Descents and climbs were then made at various locations, including La Sarre, Quebec, and Perry Lake Seaplane Base in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, covering several nautical miles and gaining altitude.
The flight descended near Wildwood, Texas, covering distances near Sour Lake and Daisetta, Texas, before landing on runway 08R at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental/Houston. The touchdown speed was 116 knots, with a vertical speed indicator showing -1,054 ft per minute. The local weather at landing was 35°C with 8-knot winds at 109°, providing a headwind of 8 knots and a crosswind of 3 knots.
After landing, the aircraft taxied for 2 minutes to reach the parking area, covering less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 4,311 nautical miles, taking 631 minutes and consuming 80,212 kilograms of fuel.
Firstly, it's important to address the issues identified in each phase of the aircraft landing in order to improve your overall score.
During the Approach Phase, it is crucial to ensure a steady descent path that remains within the glideslope limit. This helps in achieving a smoother and more controlled landing. Additionally, maintaining proper heading alignment is key to ensure a safe and accurate approach to the runway. Practice focusing on these aspects during your next flights to improve this phase of your landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it's vital to work on reducing the threshold height, as exceeding the target can lead to a less than optimal touchdown. Ensuring a proper landing flare is essential for a smooth touchdown and a successful landing. Pay close attention to your bank angle stability during landing to enhance the overall control and precision of the aircraft.
Lastly, in the Touchdown Phase, it's recommended to avoid heavy touchdown rates as they can put stress on the aircraft and its components. Maintaining the target speed is crucial for a safe and efficient touchdown. Additionally, focus on improving the touchdown distance within the touchdown zone to enhance accuracy and consistency in your landings.
Overall, by addressing these specific areas of improvement in each phase of the landing process, you can work towards achieving a higher landing score in the future. Remember to practice regularly and pay attention to feedback from instructors or evaluators to track your progress and make necessary adjustments. Keep a positive attitude and stay motivated to continue improving your aircraft landing skills.
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