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The rudder input is a changing profile through the roll rather than one that is held. So the demand on your right foot starts large at power application, eases as speed builds and the rudder gains authority, then jumps again at rotation.
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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 for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
Side view — the last 4,991 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the full 4,991 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,070 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 32 at KEWB New Bedford Regional Airport. The Cessna Skyhawk took off with a takeoff distance of 798 feet, which accounted for 16% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 59 knots, indicating a smooth and controlled takeoff.
As the aircraft entered the local airspace, the pilot encountered a relatively calm environment with a temperature of 69 degrees Fahrenheit and a gentle wind of 5 knots from the northwest. The crosswind component was 4 knots, while the headwind component was also 4 knots, resulting in a minimal impact on the flight.
The pilot then initiated a left-hand pattern entry from runway 32, navigating the aircraft in a distance of less than 1 nautical mile in just 13 seconds. This demonstrated the pilot's proficiency in executing a precise and efficient pattern entry.
As the aircraft continued its left-hand pattern, it encountered a crosswind component of 4 knots, which the pilot successfully managed by navigating the aircraft in a distance of less than 1 nautical mile in 42 seconds. This showcased the pilot's ability to adapt to changing wind conditions.
The pilot then initiated a pattern downwind turn, which involved a distance of 1 nautical mile and an angle of 45 degrees to the runway. The aircraft's heading was 164.5 degrees, indicating a precise and controlled turn.
The final approach to runway 23 was initiated from the northeast, with the aircraft heading 219.0 degrees at an altitude of 187 feet above ground level (agl) and a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway. The pilot successfully executed a good final approach, taking into account the local weather conditions.
The landing on runway 23 was smooth and controlled, with a touchdown distance of 1,062 feet and a touchdown speed of 51 knots. The touchdown rate was excellent at -96 feet per minute, indicating a precise and controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was also very good, demonstrating the pilot's skill and attention to detail.
In conclusion, the flight was a success, with the pilot demonstrating exceptional skills and proficiency in navigating the aircraft through various phases of flight. The total flight distance was 3 nautical miles, and the flight used 3 pounds of fuel, indicating an efficient and controlled operation.
The Cessna Skyhawk successfully landed at KEWB New Bedford Regional Airport, achieving a high score of 97.3%. The aircraft approached the runway from the north east, aligning itself with the runway at a heading of 219.0° at an altitude of 187 feet above ground level (agl) and 0 nautical miles from the runway.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on runway 23, which has a length of 4,991 feet. The threshold height was good, indicating that the aircraft was at a suitable altitude as it approached the runway. However, the threshold speed was above the target speed, coming in at 67 knots. This may be due to the aircraft's descent rate or the pilot's decision to flare the aircraft earlier than expected.
The touchdown distance of 1,062 feet was within acceptable limits, and the touchdown speed of 51 knots was also good. The most impressive aspect of the landing was the touchdown rate, which was an excellent -96 feet per minute (fpm). This indicates that the aircraft touched down smoothly and with minimal impact, reducing the risk of damage to the aircraft and its occupants.
The runway touchdown alignment was very good, suggesting that the pilot had excellent control over the aircraft's descent and alignment with the runway. The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 69°F and a wind speed of 5 knots from 261°. The crosswind and headwind components were both 4 knots, which is relatively light and should not have significantly impacted the landing.
Overall, the Cessna Skyhawk's landing at KEWB New Bedford Regional Airport was a success, with the aircraft demonstrating good control and precision throughout the approach and landing phases.
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