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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Improve the takeoff
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.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with five checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,671 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,671 m of the 3,986 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 582 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a taxiing period from the parking to the runway, which took 26 minutes and covered a distance of 5 nautical miles. The aircraft, a Learjet 35A, then departed from runway 26R at EDDM Munich Airport. The takeoff distance was 984 meters, which was 25% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was 129 knots, and the local weather conditions were characterized by a temperature of 7°C, a wind speed of 16 knots at 260°, with a crosswind of 1 knot and a headwind of 16 knots.
As the aircraft climbed out of Munich Airport, it reached an altitude of 7,476 feet above sea level, an increase of 5,059 feet from the initial altitude of 2,417 feet. This climb took 2 minutes and covered a distance of 5 nautical miles. The enroute level cruise started 3 miles east of Fahrenzhausen, lasting 6 minutes and covering 24 nautical miles. The aircraft then began another climb, this time from 8,100 feet to 28,921 feet, an increase of 20,821 feet, in 7 minutes and covering 31 nautical miles.
The enroute level cruise continued, with the aircraft flying at a steady altitude for 2 minutes, covering 12 nautical miles, 2 miles west of Wiesenfelden. However, the aircraft then began a descent from 28,651 feet to 28,178 feet, a decrease of 473 feet, in 2 minutes and covering 13 nautical miles. The enroute level cruise resumed, lasting 12 minutes and covering 98 nautical miles, 1 mile north-west of Dily.
As the aircraft continued its journey, it began a descent from 27,997 feet to 11,991 feet, a decrease of 16,006 feet, in 7 minutes and covering 48 nautical miles, 1 mile west of Freital. The enroute level cruise started again, lasting 7 minutes and covering 30 nautical miles, 4 miles north of Crinitz. However, the aircraft then began another descent, this time from 11,991 feet to 2,982 feet, a decrease of 9,009 feet, in 10 minutes and covering 38 nautical miles, 2 miles south of Spreenhagen.
The enroute level cruise continued, with the aircraft flying at a steady altitude for 5 minutes, covering 12 nautical miles, overhead EDCE Müncheberg-Eggersdorf Airfield. However, the aircraft then began a descent from 3,005 feet to 1,532 feet, a decrease of 1,473 feet, in 2 minutes and covering 6 nautical miles, overhead Erkner.
The final approach to runway 24L at EDDB Berlin Brandenburg Airport was made from the east, heading 249.0° at 4 nautical miles and 1,372 feet above ground level. The landing was successful, with the touchdown point being 158 meters beyond the touchdown zone. The touchdown speed was 112 knots, and the touchdown rate was excellent at -83 feet per minute. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, and the local weather conditions were characterized by a temperature of 2°C, a wind speed of 13 knots at 280°, with a crosswind of 7 knots and a headwind of 12 knots.
The total landing distance was 1,582 meters, which was 40% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was perfect. The taxiing period from the runway to the parking took 4 minutes and covered less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 329 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 80 minutes. The aircraft used 643 kilograms of
The Learjet 35A successfully landed at EDDB Berlin Brandenburg Airport, showcasing exceptional piloting skills and adherence to standard operating procedures. The aircraft approached the runway from the east, heading 249.0° at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,372 feet above ground level (agl). This approach was executed with precision, as evident from the final approach score of 98.0%.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on runway 24L, which has a length of 3,986 meters. The threshold height was satisfactory, and the threshold speed was maintained at 123 knots, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown point was located 158 meters beyond the touchdown zone, which is a relatively minor deviation but still within acceptable limits. The touchdown speed of 112 knots was also within the desired range, demonstrating the pilot's ability to manage the aircraft's speed during the landing phase.
One of the most impressive aspects of this landing was the touchdown rate, which was an excellent -83 feet per minute (fpm). This indicates that the aircraft touched down with minimal deceleration, reducing the risk of damage to the landing gear and minimizing the impact on the runway. The runway touchdown alignment was also very good, suggesting that the pilot maintained a stable and controlled approach.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were characterized by a temperature of 2°C and a wind speed of 13 knots from 280°. This resulted in a crosswind of 7 knots and a headwind of 12 knots, which the pilot effectively managed during the landing. The total landing distance of 1,582 meters was 40% of the runway length, indicating a relatively short landing roll. The runway rollout alignment was perfect, demonstrating the pilot's ability to maintain control of the aircraft during the post-landing phase.
Overall, this landing was a testament to the pilot's skill and experience, as well as the aircraft's performance capabilities. The Learjet 35A handled the challenging weather conditions and landing requirements with ease, resulting in a safe and efficient landing at EDDB Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
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