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Slow the descent speed
Below 10,000 ft you are typically limited to 250 kt indicated (a US rule that much of the world mirrors in some form, though not universally). This forces a deceleration around 10,000 ft whether the profile wants one or not, so plan for it rather than discovering it.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 6,859 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,312 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 08L at EDDT Berlin-Tegel Otto Lilienthal Airport, where the Horten Ho229 aircraft took off with a takeoff distance of 755 ft, which was 8% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 79 kt, and the local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a temperature of 56 °F, with a wind speed of 4 kt at 22 °, resulting in a crosswind of 3 kt and a headwind of 2 kt.
As the aircraft climbed, it started its enroute climb overhead Tegel, which is located in the state of Berlin, Germany. The aircraft climbed from an initial altitude of 1,134 ft above sea level to a maximum altitude of 36,986 ft, an increase of 35,852 ft in just 9 minutes, covering a distance of 26 nm. Following this climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, which started 2 miles west of Fehrbellin, a town in the state of Brandenburg, Germany. This cruise phase lasted for 99 minutes, during which the aircraft covered a distance of 739 nm.
As the aircraft approached its destination, it began its enroute descent 18 miles west of the Isle of Lewis, which is located in the Eilean Siar, Scotland. The descent phase was characterized by a significant decrease in altitude, from 37,246 ft to 341 ft, a decrease of 36,905 ft in just 10 minutes, covering a distance of 21 nm. The final approach to runway 36 at EGPO Stornoway Airport was made from the south, with the aircraft heading 355.0 ° at 1 nm and 314 ft above ground level.
The landing on runway 36 at EGPO Stornoway Airport was successful, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 58 kt and a touchdown distance of 1,306 ft, which was good. However, the threshold speed was too high at 91 kt. The touchdown rate was fair at -236 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 52 °F, with a wind speed of 8 kt at 230 °, resulting in a crosswind of 6 kt and a tailwind of 4 kt.
Following the landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area from the runway, taking just 1 minute and covering a distance of less than 1 nm. The total flight distance was 788 nm, which was completed in 121 minutes, and the aircraft used 2,256 lbs of fuel during the flight.
The Horten Ho 229 aircraft successfully landed at EGPO Stornoway Airport, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in its flight operations. The final approach to runway 36 was initiated from the south, with the aircraft heading 355.0° at a distance of 1 nautical mile and an altitude of 314 feet above ground level (agl). This approach was executed with precision, as evidenced by the very good runway touchdown alignment.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on the runway at a speed of 58 knots, which was within the acceptable range. The touchdown distance of 1,306 feet was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had effectively managed the aircraft's descent and speed. However, the threshold speed was slightly higher than desired at 91 knots, suggesting that the pilot may have been able to make some adjustments to achieve a more optimal approach speed.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 52°F and a gentle wind of 8 knots from 230°. The crosswind component was relatively minor at 6 knots, while the tailwind component was 4 knots. These conditions did not appear to pose any significant challenges for the pilot, who was able to maintain control of the aircraft throughout the approach and landing.
The total landing distance of 2,504 feet was 37% of the runway length, which is a reasonable figure considering the aircraft's size and weight. The runway rollout alignment was also very good, indicating that the pilot had effectively managed the aircraft's deceleration and alignment with the runway.
Overall, the landing of the Horten Ho 229 at EGPO Stornoway Airport was a successful operation, with the pilot demonstrating a high level of skill and proficiency in managing the aircraft's approach, touchdown, and rollout. The aircraft's performance was satisfactory, and the landing was executed with precision and control.
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