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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 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,737 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 344 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, the Bulldog T1 aircraft began its takeoff roll on runway 12, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 65 kt within 824 meters, which represented 30% of the available runway length. The local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a temperature of 15 °C and a light wind of 1 kt from 269°, resulting in a negligible crosswind component.
As the aircraft transitioned to the enroute phase, it leveled off overhead Monkton, Scotland, and maintained a steady cruise altitude for 2 minutes, covering a distance of 3 nautical miles. The aircraft then commenced its final approach to runway 30 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, aligning itself with the runway from the south-east at a heading of 300.0°. The approach was characterized by a good threshold height, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 52 kt and a touchdown rate of -44 fpm, which was considered perfect. The total landing distance of 664 meters, representing 24% of the available runway length, was also deemed satisfactory.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft maintained a very good runway alignment, and the rollout was similarly well-executed. The total flight distance of 4 nautical miles was achieved in 4 minutes, with the aircraft consuming 2 kg of fuel. Overall, the flight demonstrated a high level of proficiency and adherence to standard operating procedures, with the aircraft performing well within its capabilities under the prevailing weather conditions.
The final approach to runway 30 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport from the south east was executed with precision, with the aircraft maintaining a heading of 300.0° at 0 nm and 117 ft above ground level. The approach quality was excellent, with a good threshold height achieved, allowing the pilot to maintain a stable and controlled descent. However, the threshold speed was slightly above the target, coming in at 73 kt, which may have necessitated a slight adjustment in the landing configuration.
As the aircraft touched down on the runway, the touchdown distance was good at 343 m, and the touchdown speed of 52 kt was well within the acceptable range. The touchdown rate of -44 fpm was perfect, indicating a smooth and controlled touchdown. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, with the aircraft maintaining its centreline alignment throughout the landing. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15 °C and a light wind of 1 kt at 270°, contributed to a stable and predictable landing environment.
The total landing distance of 664 m, which accounted for 24% of the runway length, was within acceptable limits. The runway rollout alignment was also very good, with the aircraft maintaining its centreline alignment throughout the rollout phase. Overall, the landing was executed with precision and control, resulting in a score of 98.7%. The pilot's ability to maintain a stable and controlled descent, combined with a smooth touchdown and rollout, made for a successful landing.
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