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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 seven checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 9,392 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,353 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
This flight, on a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, began with a quick taxi to the runway at Owen Roberts International Airport in George Town, Cayman Islands. The taxiing process took only 3 minutes and covered a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. From runway 08, the aircraft took off into a moderate temperature of 96°F. The local wind conditions included a crosswind of 6 kt, a headwind of 8 kt, and a wind direction of 40°.
As the aircraft lifted off the ground, it reached a takeoff speed of 154 kt, covering a takeoff distance of 4,656 ft, or 63% of the total runway length. The enroute climb commenced 1 mile east of Owen Roberts International Airport, where it began its ascent from 1,037 ft to 33,039 ft. This climb covered a distance of 122 nm and took 21 minutes. Throughout this phase of flight, the aircraft overcame an impressive vertical increase of 32,002 ft.
Following the climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise 52 miles south of Siguanea Airport in Isla de la Juventud, Cuba. For 133 minutes, the aircraft cruised at the same altitude, covering an extensive distance of 902 nm. This marked a significant portion of the flight, taking the aircraft farther north into the United States. As the flight progressed, the aircraft began its descent 3 miles west of the Zadow Airstrip in Waller, Texas. The descent phase started at 33,050 ft and ended at 7,144 ft, an impressive decrease of 25,905 ft in just 14 minutes.
The aircraft then transitioned into a rapid series of descent phases. After a brief 2-minute cruise 3 miles east of Gum Island Airport, it commenced a further descent from 7,156 ft to 1,381 ft in only 4 minutes, covering a short distance of 16 nm. The aircraft touched down on runway 26L at George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, one of the major hubs in the United States.
The final approach was executed from the east, on a heading of 270.0°, and the aircraft maintained a descent altitude of 4 nm and 1,275 ft above ground level. Upon touchdown, the aircraft's touchdown speed was 136 kt, with a smooth touch down rate of -125 fpm. The touch down distance was 1,363 ft, which aligns well with the threshold and runway parameters. After landing on the 9,392 ft runway, the aircraft's total landing distance came in at 47% of the runway, or 4,431 ft.
The local weather conditions at the time of the touchdown were moderate, with a temperature of 82°F and a gentle wind of 5 kt from a 350° direction. The crosswind and headwind were minimal, contributing to a smooth touchdown and roll out. Taxiing to the parking area was quick once again, taking only 2 minutes and covering less than 1 nautical mile.
In total, the flight spanned an impressive 1,115nm distance, lasted 184 minutes, and utilized 18,632 lbs of fuel to ensure a smooth operation.
The Boeing 737-800 demonstrated exceptional landing performance at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, achieving a perfect score of 100.0%. The aircraft was approaching the runway from the east, heading directly towards the threshold with a clear, unobstructed view of the airport layout.
As the aircraft descended onto the runway, it made a steady final approach with a heading of 270.0°, maintaining a distance of 4 nautical miles from the runway at an altitude of 1,275 feet above ground level (agl). The pilots successfully established a good threshold height, allowing for a smooth transition to a steady descent.
Upon reaching the threshold speed of 145 knots, the Boeing 737-800 made a gentle touchdown on runway 26L, which spans an impressive 9,392 feet in length. The touchdown speed of 136 knots was well within the recommended parameters, and the descent rate of -125 feet per minute (fpm) was smooth and controlled, minimizing the impact on the aircraft's landing gear.
The local weather conditions played a significant role in the successful landing, with a temperature of 82°F (28°C) and wind speeds of 5 knots at 350°. A minor crosswind of 5 knots and a relatively strong headwind of 1 knot did not appear to affect the landing, as the pilots skillfully corrected for these factors.
The total landing distance of 4,431 feet was an impressive 47% of the runway length, demonstrating the aircraft's exceptional braking and control capabilities. The runway rollout alignment was also reported to be perfect, indicating that the pilots maintained excellent control over the aircraft as it transitioned from the landing gear to the taxiing phase.
Overall, this landing performance was a testament to the flying skills and expertise of the pilots, as well as the capabilities of the Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The combination of good weather conditions, precise navigation, and exceptional control skills resulted in a highly successful and safe landing at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport.
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