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Avoid steep turns at low altitude
Below a thousand feet the aeroplane is slow, heavy and close to the ground. A steep turn loses lift, raises the stall speed and flattens the climb just when the gradient matters most. A normal turn on course is a rate one — fifteen degrees or so, twenty-five at the outside, this penalty is to acknowledge when a turn has stopped being a turn and become a manoeuvre.
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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: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate was not assessed, because the approach did not join final that far out.
Side view — the last 774 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 774 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 123 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Sirius by FSReborn began with a departure roll on runway 29 at NZMF Milford Sound. The takeoff distance was 358 m, which accounted for 46% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 70 kn. The local weather at the time of departure was 15 °C with a 1 kn wind coming from 270 °, resulting in a 1 kn crosswind and a 1 kn headwind.
The enroute climb began overhead Milford Sound in Southland, New Zealand, with the aircraft climbing from 570 ft asl to 3,510 ft asl. This marked an increase of 2,941 ft in just 4 minutes, covering less than 1 nm. The enroute level cruise also started overhead Milford Sound and lasted 2 minutes, covering a distance of 3 nm.
The landing took place on runway 11 at NZMF Milford Sound, with a runway length of 774 m. The height at the threshold was 10 ft agl, and the touchdown occurred 122 m from the threshold. The touchdown speed was 55 kn, and the Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) recorded a rate of -78 ft/m. Similar to the departure, the local weather at the time of landing was 15 °C with a 1 kn wind coming from 270 °, resulting in a 1 kn crosswind and a 1 kn tailwind. The total landing distance was 290 m, accounting for 38% of the runway.
Overall, the total flight distance covered was 8 nm, taking a total of 13 minutes. The flight operated efficiently, using 0 kg of fuel throughout the journey.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving an outstanding aircraft landing score of 98.3%! This is a remarkable feat that reflects the high level of skill and precision demonstrated throughout the entire landing process. Let's delve into the detailed analysis of each phase to highlight the strengths that contributed to this impressive score.
Starting with the Approach Phase, it is commendable that the glideslope alignment was excellent. Maintaining proper alignment during the approach is crucial for setting up a smooth and precise landing. This indicates a strong ability to consistently navigate the aircraft towards the runway with precision and accuracy.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is worth noting that having a good threshold height and executing a perfect landing flare are key indicators of a successful landing. Achieving the right threshold height ensures a safe touchdown zone while executing a perfect landing flare contributes to a smooth and graceful touchdown. These aspects demonstrate a high level of proficiency in touchdown technique.
In the Touchdown Phase, the analysis reveals that the touchdown rate was excellent, which is a testament to the pilot's ability to effectively control the descent rate for a safe and smooth touchdown. Although the speed was slightly above target, the fact that the touchdown distance remained inside the touchdown zone is a strong indication of precision and control during the landing. Additionally, the runway touchdown position being very good further reinforces the pilot's skill in accurately placing the aircraft on the runway.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, maintaining very good runway alignment is essential for a safe and efficient exit from the runway. This demonstrates attention to detail and proper control of the aircraft during the rollout phase, contributing to a successful landing overall.
Overall, this comprehensive analysis highlights the meticulous attention to detail, precision, and proficiency exhibited throughout each phase of the landing process. Your consistent performance in aligning the glideslope, executing a perfect landing flare, achieving a precise touchdown, and maintaining runway alignment reflects a high level of skill and expertise in aircraft landing. Keep up the excellent work and continue to strive for precision and excellence in your future landings. Well done!
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