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Improve the pattern crosswind leg
Each lap slightly wider and higher than the last, because you're unconsciously using the previous lap as your reference instead of the runway and the numbers. Invisible lap to lap, unmistakable across ten. This is the failure that only measurement catches, because your memory of lap three is gone by lap eight.
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One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: six checks at the point nearest 500 ft above the runway after the base turn. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,490 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 611 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Groningen Airport Eelde, the Sirius aircraft began its takeoff roll on runway 23, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 58 kt in a distance of 261 meters, which represented 10% of the runway length. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 15 °C and a gentle wind of 1 kt from 270°, resulting in a negligible crosswind and headwind component.
As the aircraft entered the left-hand traffic pattern, it demonstrated a swift and precise turn, completing the pattern entry in less than 1 nm in 31 seconds. The subsequent crosswind turn was equally impressive, with a distance of less than 1 nm covered in 21 seconds. The pilot then initiated the downwind turn, maintaining a 45-degree angle to the runway and covering a distance of 1 nm. The downwind leg itself was 2 nm long, with the aircraft maintaining a steady heading and altitude. Following the base leg turn, the aircraft began its final approach to runway 23, aligning itself with the runway at a heading of 231.0° and an altitude of 144 ft above ground level.
The landing was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down 205 meters beyond the touchdown zone at a speed of 44 kt. The touchdown rate was a commendable -11 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was excellent. The total flight distance was 6 nm, covering the distance in 5 minutes and utilizing a minimal amount of fuel, with no fuel consumption recorded. The Sirius aircraft had demonstrated its capabilities in a variety of phases, showcasing its agility and precision in the traffic pattern and its ability to execute a smooth and controlled landing.
The final approach to runway 23 at EHGG Groningen Airport Eelde from the north east was executed with precision, with the aircraft maintaining a heading of 231.0° at 0 nm and 144 ft above ground level. The approach quality was satisfactory, with a threshold height of 64 ft agl, which was above the target. However, this did not significantly impact the overall performance of the landing.
As the aircraft touched down on the runway, it did so at a speed of 44 kt, which was within the acceptable range. The touchdown point was 205 m beyond the touchdown zone, indicating a slight over-run. The touchdown rate of -11 fpm was perfect, demonstrating excellent control and precision. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, with the aircraft maintaining its centreline alignment throughout the rollout phase. The threshold speed of 58 kt was also good, indicating a well-executed flare.
The rollout phase was smooth and controlled, with the aircraft maintaining its centreline alignment. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15 °C and a wind of 1 kt at 270°, did not pose any significant challenges to the landing. The crosswind and headwind components were minimal, at 1 kt each, further contributing to a safe and controlled landing. Overall, the landing performance was satisfactory, with a score of 93.4%.
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