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MY FS FLIGHTS
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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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One stabilised approach gate: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate was not assessed, because the approach did not join final that far out.
The approach, gate by gate
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Departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD), the Boeing 737-MAX8 began its journey on runway 22L, taking off with a distance of 6,882 feet, which covered 85% of the runway. The aircraft lifted off at a speed of 172 knots, overcoming a crosswind of 10 knots and a headwind of 6 knots. The local temperature was 87 degrees Fahrenheit, with a wind direction of 279 degrees.
As the aircraft climbed to its initial cruising altitude, it traversed a distance of 113 nautical miles in 18 minutes, increasing its altitude by 32,333 feet to 33,996 feet above sea level. The enroute climb phase was punctuated by several level cruise segments, with the aircraft maintaining a steady altitude for periods of up to 71 minutes. Notably, the climb from 34,000 feet to 35,991 feet in 3 minutes, covering 24 nautical miles, showcased the aircraft's impressive rate of climb. The total flight distance of 1,605 nautical miles was achieved in 249 minutes, with the aircraft consuming 20,735 pounds of fuel.
The final approach to runway 25L at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) was executed from the east, with the aircraft descending from 37,992 feet to 1,309 feet above sea level in 22 minutes. The landing was successful, with a touchdown distance of 1,480 feet and a touchdown speed of 144 knots, although slightly above the recommended threshold speed. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, and the aircraft taxied to the parking area in 3 minutes, covering less than 1 nautical mile.
The Boeing 737-MAX8 touched down on runway 25L at KLAX Los Angeles International Airport with a score of 99.7%. The aircraft approached the runway from the east, heading 263.0° at 4 nm and 1,171 ft above ground level (agl). The approach quality was excellent, with a good threshold height and a threshold speed of 152 kt, well within the acceptable range. The aircraft maintained a steady descent, eventually touching down at a speed of 144 kt, which was slightly above the ideal touchdown speed but still within the acceptable limits.
The touchdown characteristics were generally good, with a touchdown distance of 1,480 ft, which was within the acceptable range. However, the touchdown rate of -236 fpm was a little higher than desired, indicating a slightly steeper descent than intended. Despite this, the runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft centered on the runway. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 68°F and a headwind of 8 kt, which helped to reduce the landing distance.
The aircraft rolled out on the runway with perfect alignment, maintaining its centerline position throughout the rollout phase. The total landing distance was 4,003 ft, which was 36% of the runway length. Overall, the landing was a success, with the aircraft touching down safely and rolling out on the runway with precision. The score of 99.7% reflects the high level of proficiency demonstrated by the pilot during the landing.
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