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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Maintain the centreline
A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 520 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 520 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 24 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The 2.05 G arrival is the firm side of smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield, the PC-12 began its journey with a taxiing period of 7 minutes, covering a short distance of less than 1 nautical mile to reach the runway. The departure roll commenced on runway 05, with the aircraft taking off in 563 meters, utilizing 81% of the available runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 79 knots, as the aircraft lifted off into the local weather conditions, characterized by a temperature of 22°C and a wind speed of 8 knots from 283°.
As the aircraft transitioned into the enroute phase, it began its climb from 1,918 feet above sea level, reaching an altitude of 11,350 feet in just 5 minutes, covering a distance of 12 nautical miles. The climb rate was impressive, with an increase of 9,432 feet in a short period. The aircraft then initiated its descent, starting 1 mile northwest of Aigueblanche, and descended from 11,349 feet to 6,176 feet in 4 minutes, covering 13 nautical miles. The final approach to Courchevel Altiport's runway 22 was conducted from the northeast, with the aircraft aligning perfectly with the runway at 1 nautical mile and -300 feet above ground level.
The touchdown was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down before the threshold at a speed of 73 knots. The touchdown rate was impressive, at 226 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was spot on. The total landing distance was 237 meters, utilizing 44% of the available runway length. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, indicating a well-executed landing. The total flight distance was 28 nautical miles, completed in 15 minutes, with the aircraft consuming 56 kilograms of fuel.
The final approach to runway 22 at LFLJ Courchevel Altiport was executed from the north east, aligning with the heading of 227.0° at 1 nautical mile and 300 feet above ground level. The approach quality was excellent, with a stable and controlled descent. The aircraft maintained a steady rate of descent, ultimately touching down before the threshold, demonstrating precise control and situational awareness.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft's speed of 73 knots was within the acceptable range, and the touchdown rate of 226 feet per minute was perfect, indicating a smooth and controlled impact. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, with the aircraft centered on the runway. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 9°C and a wind of 8 knots at 309°, presented a moderate crosswind component of 8 knots, which was effectively managed by the pilot. The resulting headwind component of 1 knot contributed to a stable approach.
The total landing distance of 237 meters, representing 44% of the runway, was well within the acceptable range. The runway rollout alignment was perfect, with the aircraft maintaining its centerline position throughout the rollout phase. Overall, the landing was executed to a high standard, with a score of 98.7% reflecting the pilot's exceptional skill and control.
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