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Improve the pattern crosswind leg
Each lap slightly wider and higher than the last, because you're unconsciously using the previous lap as your reference instead of the runway and the numbers. Invisible lap to lap, unmistakable across ten. This is the failure that only measurement catches, because your memory of lap three is gone by lap eight.
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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 for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,490 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 259 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Groningen Airport Eelde, the Antonov An-2 aircraft began its takeoff roll on runway 23, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 56 kt within 251 meters, which accounted for just 10% of the runway's length. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 15 °C and a negligible wind of 1 kt from 269°, resulting in a negligible crosswind and headwind.
As the aircraft entered the left-hand traffic pattern, it demonstrated impressive agility, completing the pattern entry in less than 1 nm in 32 seconds. The subsequent crosswind turn was executed in 24 seconds, showcasing the aircraft's responsiveness to control inputs. The pattern downwind turn was conducted at an angle of 94.5° to the runway, while the downwind leg itself spanned 2 nm in 72 seconds. The base leg turn was completed in 1 nm, with an angle of 50.8° to the runway, before the aircraft began its final approach from the north-east, descending to 233 ft above ground level (agl) at a heading of 231.0°.
The Antonov An-2 touched down on runway 23 with a speed of 36 kt, achieving a touchdown distance of 261 meters, which was well within the acceptable range. The touchdown rate of -197 fpm was also satisfactory, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect. Following touchdown, the aircraft rolled out to a total distance of 294 meters, accounting for just 12% of the runway's length. The total flight distance was 6 nm, covering the distance in 5 minutes, and the aircraft consumed 10 kg of fuel during the flight.
The aircraft touched down on runway 23 at EHGG Groningen Airport Eelde with a good threshold height, indicating a well-executed approach. The threshold speed of 55 kt was slightly below the target, but still within acceptable limits. The touchdown distance of 261 m was satisfactory, and the touchdown speed of 36 kt was also good, indicating a controlled descent. The touchdown rate of -197 fpm was within the desired range, further confirming a smooth landing.
The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft centered on the runway. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15 °C and a light wind of 1 kt from 269 °, contributed to a stable approach. The crosswind and headwind components were negligible, making the landing even more straightforward. The aircraft's ability to maintain a perfect runway touchdown alignment is a testament to the pilot's skill and the aircraft's handling characteristics.
The rollout phase was equally impressive, with the aircraft maintaining perfect alignment on the runway. The total landing distance of 294 m was only 12% of the runway length, demonstrating excellent control and precision. Overall, the landing was a success, with a score of 99.8% reflecting the high standard of performance achieved. The combination of good approach quality, precise touchdown, and controlled rollout earned the pilot and the aircraft a well-deserved high score.
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