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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Work on the flare
Arrive slow and the sink rate at the threshold is already above schedule, the flare is short because there is no energy to extend it, and the touchdown is hard in a way that feels exactly like a late flare. Diagnosing a slow arrival as a late flare is the catastrophic misread: you respond by flaring earlier, which bleeds more speed, which makes the next one worse. The tiebreaker is threshold speed against VRef, not feel. Never diagnose a flare without it.
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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 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,682 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 434 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Beechcraft King Air 350A began at KSFO San Francisco Intl. with a departure roll on runway 01L. The takeoff distance was 891 meters, covering 40% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 118 knots. The local weather at the departure airport indicated a temperature of 31°C with a 9 knot wind coming from 310°, resulting in a crosswind of 9 knots and a headwind of 2 knots.
The enroute climb started 2 miles east of South San Francisco, climbing from 1,022 feet above sea level to 28,888 feet above sea level, covering a distance of 42 nautical miles in 13 minutes.
The enroute level cruise occurred 4 miles northeast of Napa, lasting for 30 minutes and covering a distance of 166 nautical miles.
The enroute descent began 7 miles north of Trinity Center, descending from 28,538 feet above sea level to 2,987 feet above sea level, covering a distance of 80 nautical miles in 18 minutes.
The landing took place on runway 14 at KMFR Rogue Valley Intl - Medford, with a runway length of 2,682 meters. The height at threshold was 39 feet above ground level, with a speed at threshold of 102 knots. The touchdown occurred 434 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 85 knots and a vertical speed indicator reading of -53 feet per minute. The local weather at the destination airport showed a temperature of 30°C with no wind affecting the landing.
The total landing distance covered was 622 meters, which accounted for 23% of the runway. The distance from the runway to the parking area was less than 1 nautical mile, with a duration of 3 minutes.
Overall, the total flight distance was 296 nautical miles, lasting 71 minutes and consuming 372 kilograms of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving an impressive aircraft landing score of 99.4%! This is truly a remarkable accomplishment that demonstrates exceptional skill and precision in all phases of the landing process.
Let's start with the Approach Phase, where the glideslope alignment was highlighted as excellent. This indicates that the aircraft maintained a steady and accurate descent path towards the runway, ensuring a smooth transition from the air to the ground. This is crucial for setting up a successful landing and ultimately contributes to a safe and efficient touchdown.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is great to see that the threshold height was good and the landing flare was very good. Maintaining an appropriate height above the runway threshold during the approach is essential for a safe touchdown, and executing a smooth landing flare helps to reduce the rate of descent and ensure a soft touchdown. These factors contribute greatly to the overall quality of the landing and help to mitigate any potential risks or challenges.
In the Touchdown Phase, it is evident that the touchdown rate, speed, and distance were all on point. Achieving an excellent touchdown rate indicates a smooth and controlled descent onto the runway, while maintaining the correct speed ensures a safe and stable landing. Additionally, touching down within the designated touchdown zone and runway position further showcases a high level of precision and accuracy during this critical phase of the landing process.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, the report mentions that the runway alignment was very good. This indicates that the aircraft maintained a straight and stable path along the runway after touchdown, allowing for a smooth deceleration and safe taxi to the designated parking area. Consistent runway alignment is crucial for ensuring efficient ground operations and overall safety during the landing rollout.
Overall, your performance in each phase of the landing process was exceptional, showcasing a high level of proficiency and adherence to best practices. Your attention to detail, precision, and skill in executing each aspect of the landing contributed to the outstanding score of 99.4%. Keep up the fantastic work, and continue to prioritize safety, accuracy, and proficiency in all your future landings. Well done!
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