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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.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with seven checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,507 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 447 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with the Boeing 777F taxiing from the parking area to the runway at EVRA Riga International Airport, taking 6 minutes to cover a distance of 1 nautical mile. The departure roll took place on runway 18, with a takeoff distance of 686 meters, which accounted for 24% of the runway. The aircraft lifted off at a speed of 163 knots.
The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 6 degrees Celsius, with a wind speed of 3 knots at 160 degrees. This resulted in a crosswind of 1 knot and a headwind of 3 knots. The aircraft then began its enroute climb, starting overhead EVRA Riga International Airport, where it climbed from 1,140 feet above sea level to 5,336 feet, an increase of 4,196 feet in just 1 minute, covering a distance of 3 nautical miles.
Following the initial climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise, lasting 2 minutes and covering 6 nautical miles, 3 miles south of EVRA Riga International Airport. The aircraft then began another climb, this time from 6,023 feet to 23,018 feet, an increase of 16,995 feet in 5 minutes, covering a distance of 23 nautical miles, 4 miles southwest of Kekava.
The aircraft continued its level cruise, lasting 16 minutes and covering 55 nautical miles, 5 miles southeast of Vecumnieki. However, the flight then entered a descent phase, starting 2 miles northeast of Troskunai, where it descended from 22,954 feet to 1,931 feet, a decrease of 21,023 feet in 15 minutes, covering a distance of 57 nautical miles.
The final approach to runway 19 at EYVI Vilnius International Airport was made from the north, with the aircraft heading 202.0 degrees at 4 nautical miles and 1,286 feet above ground level. The landing took place on runway 19, which had a length of 2,507 meters. The threshold height was good, and the threshold speed was also satisfactory at 139 knots.
The touchdown distance was good at 450 meters, and the touchdown speed was 135 knots, which was also satisfactory. However, the touchdown rate was hard at -400 feet per minute. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, and the local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 6 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot at 359 degrees, resulting in a crosswind of 0 knots and a tailwind of 1 knot.
The total landing distance was 1,315 meters, which accounted for 52% of the runway. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect. The aircraft then began taxiing to the parking area, taking 6 minutes to cover a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 151 nautical miles, taking 43 minutes, and the aircraft used 4,157 kilograms of fuel during the flight.
The Boeing 777F aircraft successfully landed at EYVI Vilnius International Airport, showcasing a high level of precision and control. The final approach to runway 19 was initiated from the north, with the aircraft heading 202.0° at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,286 feet above ground level (agl). This approach was executed with a high degree of accuracy, as evidenced by the perfect runway touchdown alignment.
Upon landing, the aircraft demonstrated a good threshold height, with the threshold speed being 139 knots. This speed was well within the acceptable range, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown distance of 450 meters was also within the expected parameters, further highlighting the pilot's skill and expertise. The touchdown speed of 135 knots was also satisfactory, suggesting a gentle and controlled touchdown.
However, the touchdown rate of -400 feet per minute (fpm) was slightly harder than expected. This may be attributed to the aircraft's weight, the pilot's decision to touch down at a slightly higher speed, or other factors such as wind resistance. Despite this, the aircraft's overall performance was impressive, with the pilot successfully navigating the landing and bringing the aircraft to a stop within a short distance.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 6°C and a wind speed of 1 knot from 359°. This minimal wind had a negligible impact on the aircraft's performance, with the crosswind and tailwind components being 0 and 1 knot, respectively. The total landing distance of 1,315 meters was 52% of the runway length, indicating a relatively short landing distance.
The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, with the aircraft coming to a stop in a straight line. This suggests that the pilot maintained control of the aircraft throughout the landing, smoothly transitioning from the touchdown to the rollout phase. Overall, the Boeing 777F's landing at EYVI Vilnius International Airport was a testament to the pilot's skill and expertise, as well as the aircraft's capabilities.
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