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The rudder input is a changing profile through the roll rather than one that is held. So the demand on your right foot starts large at power application, eases as speed builds and the rudder gains authority, then jumps again at rotation.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
At the 500 ft gate: no landing flap set.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 827 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 827 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 80 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight taken in the Cessna C172 aircraft began with a departure roll from runway 28 at the Essex County Airport, KCDW. The aircraft achieved liftoff speed of 66 kt after taking off a distance of 156 m, which made up 19% of the runway length. At the time of takeoff, the local weather conditions consisted of a temperature of 16 °C, with no wind present.
As the aircraft began to follow standard traffic pattern procedures on runway 28, a left-hand entry into the pattern was implemented. This was achieved in a short time frame of 15 seconds, covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. Following the entry turn, the pilot conducted a crosswind turn with a distance of 1 nautical mile in 43 seconds. The aircraft then entered the downwind leg, where it traveled a distance of 2 nautical miles, taking a turn at an angle of 72.5 degrees relative to the runway.
As the aircraft continued down the downwind leg, it covered a distance of 2 nautical miles in 48 seconds. Following the completion of the downwind leg, the pilot executed the base leg turn, maneuvering at an angle of 40.1 degrees to the runway. A distance of 2 nautical miles was covered during this turn. The base leg itself was shorter, at less than 1 nautical mile, and was completed in 28 seconds.
In preparation for final approach, the aircraft executed a final turn, covering a short distance of less than 1 nautical mile in 30 seconds. At an altitude of 725 feet above ground level (agl) and heading 261.0 degrees, the aircraft commenced a final approach from the east.
Landing on runway 28, the aircraft touched down at a speed of 51 kt, with a touchdown distance of 78 m, and a firm touchdown rate of -346 fpm. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, taking into consideration the aircraft's target threshold height. The overall landing distance covered was 253 m, representing 31% of the runway length.
Upon landing, the pilot efficiently taxied to the parking area from the runway, covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile, and completing the maneuver in 2 minutes.
For the entire flight in the Cessna C172, a total distance of 9 nautical miles was traveled, utilizing approximately 3 kg of fuel.
The landing of the Cessna C172 at KCDW Essex County Airport was executed with precision and skill, yielding a high score of 97.1%. The pilot successfully navigated the final approach to runway 28 from the east, maintaining a heading of 261.0° at 2 nm and 725 ft above ground level.
The approach was characterized by good threshold height, indicating that the pilot maintained a safe and controlled descent throughout the final stages of the approach. However, the threshold speed was slightly below the target of 55 kt, requiring the pilot to make some adjustments to ensure a smooth touchdown.
Upon touchdown, the pilot achieved a good distance of 78 m, demonstrating a stable and controlled landing. The touchdown speed of 51 kt was also within the acceptable range, ensuring a safe and gentle touchdown. The touchdown rate of -346 fpm was firm but not excessively harsh, suggesting that the pilot maintained a consistent and controlled rate of descent during the approach.
Given the conditions, the runway rollout alignment was perfect, signifying that the pilot was able to maintain a stable and level attitude throughout the landing roll. The local weather conditions, consisting of a temperature of 15°C and a wind speed of 0 kt, contributed to a textbook landing. In the absence of any crosswind or headwind, the pilot had a more predictable and manageable approach, which contributed to the success of the landing.
The total landing distance of 253 m was only 31% of the runway length, indicating that the pilot had ample room for maneuver and was able to maintain control throughout the landing roll. Overall, the skills and expertise of the pilot resulted in a successful landing, with minimal room for improvement. The 97.1% score is a testament to the pilot's abilities and a demonstration of their ability to perform at a high level in a variety of conditions.
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