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This flight was conducted in a Cessna 152 aircraft, starting with an enroute climb from a low altitude of 62 feet above sea level (asl) to a higher altitude of 1,084 ft asl. The climb was rapid, with an increase of 1,022 ft in just 2 minutes, covering a distance of 1 nautical mile. This impressive climb rate allowed the aircraft to quickly gain altitude and reach its desired cruising height.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft began its descent, starting 1 mile east of Monkton in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The descent was equally as steep, with a decrease of 924 ft in just 2 minutes, covering the same distance of 1 nautical mile. This controlled descent allowed the aircraft to safely and efficiently lose altitude and prepare for landing.
The final approach to runway 30 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport was conducted from the south east, with the aircraft heading 306.0° at an altitude of 112 ft agl and a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway. The landing was successful, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 35 kt and a distance of 258 m. The touchdown rate was excellent, at -70 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 20 °C and a wind speed of 3 kt from 219°. The crosswind was minimal, at 3 kt, and the headwind was negligible, at 0 kt. The aircraft's performance was good, with a threshold speed slightly below target at 54 kt. The total landing distance was 372 m, which was just 14% of the runway length of 2,737 m.
Following the landing, the aircraft's rollout was smooth and aligned perfectly with the runway. The total flight distance was 2 nautical miles, and the flight used a minimal amount of fuel, with a consumption of -4 kg. Overall, the flight was a success, with the aircraft performing well in a variety of conditions.
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Enroute climb started overhead Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland). Climbing from 62 ft asl to 1,084 ft asl, an increase of 1,022 ft in 2 minutes and covering 1 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Average speed 80 kt 59 kt min to max 93 kt |
59 | 64 kt | |
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Average bank angle 4.2 ° 0.0 ° min to max 22.0 ° |
1.4 | 1.3 ° | |
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Average g force 1.02 g 0.90 g min to max 1.14 g |
1.12 | 0.96 g | |
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Average VSI 342 fpm 13 fpm min to max 1,349 fpm |
13 | 223 fpm | |
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Average altitude 198 ft asl 62 ft asl min to max 1,084 ft asl |
62 | 1,084 ft asl | |
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Average pitch angle 4.3 ° 2.0 ° min to max 11.6 ° |
4.6 | 3.4 ° | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Battery Master On at 19:05:32 |
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Engine 1 Started at 19:05:32 |
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Beacon Lights Switched On at 19:05:32 |
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Navigation Lights Switched On at 19:05:32 |
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Strobe Lights Switched On at 19:05:32 |
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Taxi Lights Switched On at 19:05:32 |
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Autopilot Master Switched On at 19:05:32 |
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Landing Gear Down at 19:05:32 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:05:32 |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:05:35 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:06:40 |
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Flaps Position 2 at 19:07:00 |
Enroute descent started 1 mile east of Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland). Descent from 1,088 ft asl to 164 ft asl, a decrease of 924 ft in 2 minutes and covering 1 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 63 kt 57 kt min to max 68 kt |
64 | 58 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 5.8 ° 0.1 ° min to max 11.2 ° |
0.8 | 2.6 ° | |
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Average g force 1.00 g 0.87 g min to max 1.08 g |
0.90 | 1.01 g | |
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Average VSI -543 fpm -1,084 fpm min to max 180 fpm |
180 | -526 fpm | |
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Average altitude 649 ft asl 164 ft asl min to max 1,090 ft asl |
1,088 | 164 ft asl | |
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Average pitch angle -2.3 ° -7.6 ° min to max 2.4 ° |
2.4 | -1.4 ° | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Flaps Position 3 at 19:08:13 |
Approaching runway 30 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport from 1 nm to 0 nm. Descent from 112 ft agl to 43 ft agl. A decrease of 69 ft in 8 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Approach angle 2.6 ° 2.0 ° min to max 3.2 ° Target 3.5 ° |
3.2 | 2.0 ° | |
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Average speed 57 kt 55 kt min to max 58 kt |
58 | 55 kt | |
| 98.8 % |
Heading variation 0.3 ° 0.1 ° min to max 0.5 ° |
0.5 | 0.1 ° | |
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Average bank angle 1.7 ° 1.6 ° min to max 1.9 ° |
1.9 | 1.6 ° | |
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Average g force 1.02 g 0.97 g min to max 1.04 g |
1.01 | 1.03 g | |
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Average VSI -474 fpm -525 fpm min to max -350 fpm |
-525 | -350 fpm | |
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Average altitude 76 ft agl 43 ft agl min to max 112 ft agl |
112 | 43 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle -0.6 ° -1.4 ° min to max 1.4 ° |
-1.4 | 1.4 ° |
Landing on runway 30 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, runway length 2,737 m. Good threshold height. Threshold speed was slightly below target at 54 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Threshold speed was slightly below target at 54 kt. Target 58 kt |
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Target 50 ft agl |
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Landing and flare profile |
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Heading variation 0.0 ° -0.0 ° min to max 0.1 ° |
0.1 | -0.0 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.9 ° 0.2 ° min to max 1.7 ° |
1.5 | 0.4 ° | |
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Average g force 1.02 g 0.96 g min to max 1.05 g |
1.04 | 0.96 g | |
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Average speed 46 kt 35 kt min to max 54 kt |
54 | 35 kt | |
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Average VSI -175 fpm -337 fpm min to max -70 fpm |
-337 | -70 fpm | |
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Average altitude 14 ft agl 0 ft agl min to max 31 ft agl |
31 | 0 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle 4.2 ° 1.7 ° min to max 7.4 ° |
1.7 | 7.2 ° |
Touchdown distance was good at 258 m. Touchdown speed at 35 kt was good. Touchdown rate was excellent at -70 fpm. Runway touchdown alignment was perfect. Local weather - Temperature 20 °C. Wind 3 kt at 219 °. Crosswind: 3 kt Headwind: 0 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Touchdown VSI was -70 fpm. |
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Touchdown distance was 258 m Target 457 m |
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Speed at touchdown 35 kt Target below 42 kt |
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Runway alignment max 1.28 m 1.19 m right |
-1.12 | -1.28 m | |
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Average bank angle 0.2 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.4 ° |
0.4 | 0.0 ° | |
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Average g force 0.95 g 0.92 g min to max 0.97 g |
0.96 | 0.97 g | |
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Landing Bounce |
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Average speed 35 kt 34 kt min to max 35 kt |
35 | 34 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 6.9 ° 6.7 ° min to max 7.2 ° |
7.2 | 6.7 ° |
Total landing distance 372 m, 14 % of runway. Runway rollout alignment was perfect.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Landing distance 372 m 14 % of runway. |
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Runway alignment max 2.47 m 0.00 m left to 2.47 m right |
-1.30 | -2.05 m | |
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Average g force 0.92 g 0.83 g min to max 1.01 g |
0.98 | 0.93 g | |
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Average speed 39 kt 32 kt min to max 42 kt |
42 | 32 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 4.2 ° 1.7 ° min to max 6.6 ° |
6.6 | 1.7 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.1 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.3 ° |
0.0 | 0.2 ° |
Exiting runway, average speed 2 kt
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Average speed 4 kt 0 kt min to max 28 kt |
28 | 0 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 1.4 ° 0.8 ° min to max 1.6 ° |
1.5 | 1.5 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.2 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.3 ° |
0.2 | 0.1 ° | |
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Average g force 1.00 g 0.97 g min to max 1.01 g |
0.97 | 1.00 g |
The Cessna 152 aircraft successfully landed at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, demonstrating exceptional piloting skills. The final approach to runway 30 was executed from the south east, with a heading of 306.0° at 0 nm and 112 ft above ground level (agl). This precise approach allowed the aircraft to maintain a stable and controlled descent.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on the runway with a speed of 54 kt, which was slightly below the target threshold speed. However, this minor deviation did not affect the overall performance of the landing. The touchdown distance of 258 m was well within the acceptable range, indicating a smooth and controlled touchdown.
The touchdown speed of 35 kt was also satisfactory, and the touchdown rate of -70 fpm was excellent, demonstrating a gentle and controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, indicating that the aircraft was properly aligned with the runway centerline.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 20°C and a wind speed of 3 kt at 219°. The crosswind component was minimal at 3 kt, and there was no headwind. These conditions contributed to a stable and controlled landing.
The total landing distance of 372 m was only 14% of the runway length, indicating a short and efficient landing. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, demonstrating that the aircraft was properly aligned with the runway centerline during the rollout phase. Overall, this landing was a testament to the pilot's skill and experience, and it showcased the Cessna 152's capabilities as a reliable and versatile aircraft.
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