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Smooth the climb
A good takeoff has a defined shape. It also has a defined end. For an airliner that's thrust reduction and acceleration, commonly somewhere around 1,000 to 1,500 ft above the airfield depending on the operator, while for a light aircraft it's established at Vy with the flaps on schedule. Most simmers have no defined end to their takeoff, which is exactly why it never gets judged.
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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 787 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 787 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 147 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 16 at PASO Seldovia Airport, where the aircraft, a PA28 Warrior II, accelerated down the 394-meter runway, using only 50% of its length to take off. The liftoff speed was achieved at 71 knots, marking the start of the aircraft's ascent into the sky.
As the aircraft climbed, it began its enroute climb phase, which started overhead Seldovia, Alaska. From an initial altitude of 150 feet above sea level, the aircraft rapidly ascended to 580 feet, a gain of 429 feet in just one minute, while covering a distance of one nautical mile. This impressive climb rate allowed the aircraft to quickly reach its cruising altitude.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered its level cruise phase, which lasted for three minutes and covered another nautical mile. This stable and efficient cruise phase allowed the aircraft to conserve fuel and maintain a steady altitude.
As the flight progressed, the aircraft began its final approach to runway 34 at PASO Seldovia Airport, coming in from the south at a heading of 9.0 degrees and an altitude of 23 feet above ground level. The aircraft maintained a steady descent, with the pilot carefully controlling the aircraft's speed and altitude to ensure a smooth landing.
The landing itself was a success, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 51 knots and a distance of 146 meters. The touchdown rate was perfect, at -48 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good. The aircraft's speed was slightly below the target threshold speed, but still within a safe margin.
After landing, the aircraft rolled out of the runway, maintaining perfect alignment and control. The total landing distance was 324 meters, which was only 41% of the runway's length. The pilot's skill and control allowed the aircraft to come to a stop quickly and safely.
In total, the flight covered a distance of three nautical miles, using a total of five minutes of flight time and burning 65 kilograms of fuel. The flight was a testament to the pilot's skill and the aircraft's performance, with a smooth and efficient flight from takeoff to landing.
The PA28 Warrior II aircraft successfully landed at PASO Seldovia Airport, achieving a high score of 97.8%. The final approach was conducted from the south, heading 9.0° at 0 nm and 23 ft above ground level (agl). The aircraft demonstrated excellent control and precision during the landing, with a good threshold height and a slightly below-target threshold speed of 60 kt.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft performed well, with a touchdown distance of 146 m, which is within the acceptable range. The touchdown speed of 51 kt was also good, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown rate of -48 fpm was perfect, showing that the aircraft touched down at a safe and controlled rate. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, indicating that the aircraft was properly aligned with the runway.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15 °C and a wind speed of 2 kt at 270°. This resulted in a negligible crosswind and headwind, making the landing even more challenging and impressive. The total landing distance of 324 m was 41% of the runway length, which is a good indication of the aircraft's performance and control.
During the rollout, the aircraft maintained perfect alignment with the runway, demonstrating excellent control and stability. Overall, the landing was a success, with the aircraft performing well in all aspects of the landing. The high score of 97.8% is a testament to the pilot's skill and experience, as well as the aircraft's performance and handling characteristics.
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