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Smooth the climb
A good takeoff has a defined shape. It also has a defined end. For an airliner that's thrust reduction and acceleration, commonly somewhere around 1,000 to 1,500 ft above the airfield depending on the operator, while for a light aircraft it's established at Vy with the flaps on schedule. Most simmers have no defined end to their takeoff, which is exactly why it never gets judged.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 5,632 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 963 ft 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 08 at KLCI Laconia Municipal Airport. The Pesim FPV Drone Racer took off with a takeoff distance of 1,527 feet, which accounted for 27% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 84 knots, and the local weather conditions were characterized by a temperature of 85 degrees Fahrenheit and a wind speed of 6 knots at 232 degrees.
As the drone climbed, it started its enroute climb overhead the airport, reaching an altitude of 1,254 feet above sea level from an initial altitude of 950 feet. This climb of 304 feet was achieved in just 1 minute, covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. Following the climb, the drone entered a level cruise phase, which lasted for 2 minutes and covered a distance of 1 nautical mile.
The final approach to runway 08 was initiated from the southwest, with the drone heading at 68.0 degrees at an altitude of 66 feet above ground level. The landing was executed on the runway, which had a length of 5,632 feet. The threshold height was good, and the threshold speed was also satisfactory at 77 knots. The touchdown distance was 957 feet, and the touchdown speed was 64 knots, both of which were considered good. The touchdown rate was an excellent -91 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good.
The local weather conditions during the landing were similar to those at takeoff, with a temperature of 85 degrees Fahrenheit and a wind speed of 7 knots at 233 degrees. The crosswind was 2 knots, and the tailwind was 7 knots. The total landing distance was 1,765 feet, which accounted for 31% of the runway. The runway rollout alignment was perfect, indicating a smooth and controlled descent.
The total flight distance was 3 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 3 minutes. The drone used -1 pound of fuel during the flight, indicating a slight decrease in fuel weight. Overall, the flight was executed smoothly, with good weather conditions and a controlled descent.
The Pesim FPV Drone Racer successfully completed a landing at KLCI Laconia Municipal Airport, showcasing impressive piloting skills. The aircraft approached the runway from the southwest, heading 68.0° at an altitude of 66 feet above ground level (agl) and 0 nautical miles from the runway. This precise approach allowed the drone to maintain a stable trajectory and set up for a smooth touchdown.
Upon landing, the drone touched down on the runway at a speed of 64 knots, which was well within the acceptable threshold speed of 77 knots. The touchdown distance of 957 feet was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had sufficient control over the aircraft's descent. The touchdown rate of -91 feet per minute (fpm) was particularly impressive, demonstrating excellent control and precision.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 85°F and a gentle wind of 7 knots from 233°. Although there was a slight crosswind of 2 knots, the tailwind of 7 knots actually assisted the drone's descent, making the landing even smoother. The total landing distance of 1,765 feet was only 31% of the runway's length, indicating that the pilot had successfully managed the aircraft's speed and altitude to minimize the landing distance.
The runway rollout alignment was perfect, demonstrating the pilot's ability to maintain control and stability after touchdown. Overall, the Pesim FPV Drone Racer's landing at KLCI Laconia Municipal Airport was a success, with a score of 98.9% reflecting the pilot's exceptional skills and precision.
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