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Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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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: 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.
Side view — the last 1,906 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,906 m of the 3,815 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 316 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A319 started at LTFM İstanbul Airport, where the taxiing from the parking to the runway took 15 minutes and covered 3 nm. The average speed during the taxiing was 9 kn. After entering runway 18, the departure roll commenced, with a takeoff distance of 968 m, covering 32% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 151 kn. The local weather at the time of departure was 10°C with a wind speed of 19 kn at 200°, resulting in a crosswind of 7 kn and a headwind of 18 kn.
The departure climb took the aircraft to various altitudes, starting from 50 ft above ground level and eventually climbing to 36,064 ft above sea level in 17 minutes and covering 88 nm. The enroute climb continued to Karapurcek (Sakarya, Turkey) where the aircraft entered level cruise for 22 minutes, covering 188 nm.
The descent phase of the flight began 11 miles southwest of Alaca (Corum, Turkey), descending from 36,181 ft to 6,413 ft over 18 minutes and covering 107 nm. The final approach to runway 19 at LTAR Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport was initiated from the north at 4 nm and 1,187 ft above ground level.
During the landing, the touchdown distance was 318 m with a speed of 119 kn and a touchdown rate of -277 ft/m. The total landing distance was 1,823 m, covering 48% of the runway. The runway rollout alignment was considered perfect.
After exiting the runway, the aircraft taxiied to the parking in less than 1 minute. The total flight distance was 393 nm, taking 76 minutes and consuming 2,836 kg of fuel.
Congratulations on achieving a fantastic aircraft landing score of 99.4%! Let's break down your performance in each phase of the landing process to see where you excelled and where there may be room for improvement.
During the Approach Phase, you demonstrated excellent glideslope alignment, which is crucial for a smooth and safe touchdown. Your threshold speed being slightly below target at 126 knots shows that you were in control and able to manage the aircraft's speed effectively. Keep up the good work in maintaining precise speed control during the approach.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, your performance was strong with a good threshold height and an excellent landing flare. The landing flare is a critical moment in the landing process, and your ability to execute it effectively indicates a high level of skill and precision. Continuing to focus on achieving the optimal threshold height will further enhance your landings.
In the Touchdown Phase, there were some areas where improvements can be made. While your touchdown rate at -277 ft/m falls within an acceptable range, aiming for a softer touchdown in the future can help reduce wear and tear on the aircraft. The touchdown speed of 119 knots was good, indicating a well-controlled approach to the runway. Additionally, the touchdown distance of 318 meters and runway alignment were both impressive, showcasing your ability to land accurately and safely.
Overall, your performance during this landing was exceptional, with strong performance in key areas such as glideslope alignment, flare, and runway alignment. By continuing to focus on fine-tuning your touchdown technique, you can further improve your landing score and continue to excel in your aviation career. Keep up the great work, and congratulations on your outstanding performance!
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