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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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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with five checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,901 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,901 m of the 3,987 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 528 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with the Airbus A321 taking 6 minutes and covering 1 nautical mile to taxi from the parking to the runway at Ibiza Airport. After departing from runway 06, the takeoff distance was 1,377 meters, which was 49% of the runway length. The aircraft lifted off at a speed of 161 knots and was subjected to local weather conditions of 24 °C temperature, 9 kt wind at 79 °, with a crosswind of 3 kt and a headwind of 8 kt.
Once airborne, the enroute climb started approximately 1 mile north east of Ibiza Airport. During this climb phase, the aircraft ascended from 1,014 feet above sea level to 36,291 feet, representing an increase of 35,277 feet over a distance of 173 nautical miles, all within 24 minutes. The climb from the initial altitude to the cruise altitude was completed relatively quickly, indicating a steep climb profile.
The enroute level cruise phase began 27 miles north east of Es Castell, in the Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands, Spain. This cruise phase lasted 56 minutes, covering a distance of 460 nautical miles. During this period, the aircraft flew at a steady altitude, demonstrating efficient cruise performance.
As the flight progressed, the enroute descent phase started 2 miles north west of Caldes in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. During this descent phase, the aircraft descended from 35,695 feet to 3,928 feet, representing a decrease of 31,768 feet over a distance of 110 nautical miles, all within 19 minutes. After a brief level cruise phase above Olching, Germany, which lasted only 3 minutes and covered 9 nautical miles, the enroute descent phase was initiated again from 1 mile east of Rohrmoos, Bavaria, Germany. The aircraft then descended from 3,939 feet to 2,799 feet, a decrease of 1,140 feet over 7 nautical miles, within 2 minutes.
The final approach to Munich Airport was made to runway 08R from the west, with a heading of 83.0 °. The aircraft was at 4 nautical miles from the threshold and 13,321 feet above ground level. The landing on runway 08R, which is 3,987 meters long, was successful, with a touchdown point located 119 meters beyond the touchdown zone. Although the touchdown speed of 136 kt was slightly fast, the touchdown rate was within the acceptable limits at -173 feet per minute. The aircraft touched down at 59 feet above ground level, which was slightly above the target threshold height.
Local weather conditions at the time of landing were 10 °C temperature and a 2 kt wind at 270 °, with a crosswind of 0 kt and a tailwind of 2 kt. The runway rollout alignment was very good, demonstrating precise control and handling by the pilot. The total landing distance was 1,826 meters, which accounted for 46% of the runway length.
After a successful landing, the taxiing to the parking area from the runway took 12 minutes, covering less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 767 nautical miles, with the aircraft using 5,923 kg of fuel within 123 minutes of flight time. Overall, the flight showcased efficient performance and precise handling by the pilots, ensuring a safe and successful journey from Ibiza to Munich.
A comprehensive analysis of the Airbus A321 landing at EDDM Munich Airport reveals a score of 96.4%, indicating an exceptionally well-executed landing. The aircraft's initial final approach to runway 08R from the west involved flying at a heading of 83.0 degrees at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,321 feet above ground level (agl).
The pilot achieved a good threshold speed of 137 knots as they approached the runway, allowing for a smooth touchdown. However, the touchdown point was located 119 meters beyond the designated touchdown zone, which may pose issues for the aircraft's subsequent rollout. Furthermore, the touchdown speed of 136 knots was slightly above the ideal speed, which could lead to a reduced stopping distance.
Despite these minor issues, the touchdown rate of -173 feet per minute (fpm) was satisfactory, indicating a controlled descent rate. Moreover, the runway touchdown position deviated by just 5.9 meters from the centerline, showcasing excellent alignment during the landing phase.
On a local weather perspective, the temperature of 10 degrees Celsius and the gentle wind of 2 knots at 270 degrees did not play a significant role in the landing performance. Notably, there was no crosswind or tailwind, allowing for a straightforward and uncomplicated landing.
Finally, the total landing distance of 1,826 meters, which accounted for 46% of the runway length, was somewhat above average. Nonetheless, the aircraft rolled out of the runway in alignment, achieving a very good runway rollout alignment. While there were some minor areas for improvement, the overall performance of the Airbus A321 landing at EDDM Munich Airport demonstrates the exceptional flying skills of its pilot, highlighting a safe and proficient touchdown.
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