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Preparing for a stable approach will give you time to decide on whether to attempt the landing or going around. Too much altitude with a high sink rate will result in carrying too much speed onto the runway. Configuring flaps and the gear late also won't help the speed decay.
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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.
At the 500 ft gate: no landing flap set and off the runway's 3° glideslope.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,494 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,494 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 310 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The Edgley Optica took off from runway 29 at NTTB Bora Bora Airport, using just 6% of the 1,494-meter runway to achieve liftoff. With a liftoff speed of 56 knots, the aircraft was able to quickly gain altitude and begin its journey. The local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a moderate temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a gentle headwind of 2 knots, blowing at a direction of 270 degrees. The pilot navigated the plane with a steady hand, expertly handling the slight 1-knot crosswind to ensure a smooth takeoff.
Following a brief four-minute cruise at altitude, during which the aircraft covered a distance of 4 nautical miles, the Edgley Optica began its descent towards runway 29 at NTTB Bora Bora Airport. The pilot executed a precise final approach, navigating the aircraft at a heading of 309 degrees and an altitude of 185 feet above ground level. However, a go-around was initiated at the same altitude, with the pilot skillfully maneuvering the aircraft to avoid any potential issues.
On the subsequent landing approach, the Edgley Optica touched down safely on runway 29, with a threshold speed that was well within the acceptable range of 49 knots. The touchdown distance was a mere 308 meters, and the aircraft maintained a smooth touchdown rate of -114 feet per minute. The pilot's skillful handling of the plane can be seen in the perfect runway touchdown alignment, ensuring a safe and stable landing. Despite the challenging conditions, the pilot's expertise and attention to detail resulted in a successful landing.
Throughout the flight, the pilot made efficient use of fuel, utilizing just 11 kilograms of fuel to complete the 8-nautical-mile journey, which took a total of 25 minutes to complete. The local weather conditions remained consistent throughout the flight, with the temperature holding steady at 15 degrees Celsius and the headwind continuing to blow at 2 knots, with a crosswind of 1 knot.
The Edgley Optica successfully completed a landing on runway 29 at NTTB Bora Bora Airport with an impressive score of 92.2%. The aircraft approached the runway from the southeast, heading 309.0° at a distance of 3 nautical miles and at an altitude of 185 feet above ground level (agl).
Upon entering the final approach phase, the Edgley Optica demonstrated consistent control, allowing for a smooth and controlled descent onto the runway. The pilot executed the touchdown with good judgment, as the threshold speed was maintained at 49 knots, which is optimal for safe landing.
One of the key factors contributing to the successful landing was the optimal touchdown distance of 308 meters, allowing the aircraft to come to a stop safely beyond the runway threshold. Moreover, the touchdown speed of 38 knots and the smooth touchdown rate of -114 feet per minute (fpm) further demonstrate the pilot's skill and attention to detail.
The aircraft's alignment with the runway during touchdown was impeccable, reflecting the pilot's precision and control. Furthermore, the adverse crosswind and headwind conditions, with a temperature of 15°C and wind velocities of 2 kt at 270°, posed a moderate challenge but did not affect the overall successful outcome of the landing.
In conclusion, the Edgley Optica's successful landing at NTTB Bora Bora Airport is a testament to the exceptional skills of the pilot and the aircraft's capabilities. The 92.2% score is a reflection of the meticulous planning, precise execution, and unwavering focus of the flight crew, resulting in a safe and controlled landing on the runway.
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