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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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One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: six checks at the point nearest 500 ft above the runway after the base turn. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 685 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 685 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 203 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 30 at EGHJ Bembridge Airport, where the aircraft, a PA28 Warrior II, accelerated down the runway and lifted off at a speed of 63 kt. The takeoff distance was 94 m, which accounted for 14% of the runway length. The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 15 °C and a wind speed of 3 kt from a direction of 249 °, resulting in a crosswind of 2 kt and a headwind of 2 kt.
As the aircraft entered the traffic pattern, it followed a right-hand pattern entry from runway 30, completing the maneuver in less than 1 nm in 58 seconds. The subsequent right-hand pattern crosswind was completed in a similarly short distance of less than 1 nm in 9 seconds. The pilot then executed a pattern downwind turn, covering a distance of 2 nm at an angle of 55.3 ° to the runway. The downwind leg itself was 1 nm long and took 53 seconds to complete.
The base leg turn was another 2 nm in distance, with the aircraft turning at an angle of 59.2 ° to the runway. The base leg itself was less than 1 nm long and took 40 seconds to complete. The final turn was the shortest of all, covering a distance of less than 1 nm in 34 seconds. The aircraft then began its final approach to runway 30, flying from the south east at a heading of 298.0 ° and an altitude of 279 ft above ground level (agl).
The landing itself was smooth and controlled, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 51 kt and a distance of 201 m from the threshold. The touchdown rate was an excellent -80 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect. The total landing distance was 363 m, which accounted for 53% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, indicating a well-executed landing.
In terms of overall performance, the flight covered a total distance of 5 nm, taking 5 minutes to complete and using 1 kg of fuel. The pilot's skill and control were evident throughout the flight, from the smooth takeoff and landing to the precise execution of the traffic pattern maneuvers.
The PA28 Warrior II aircraft successfully landed at EGHJ Bembridge Airport, achieving a score of 99.8%. The final approach was conducted from the south east, heading 298.0° at 1 nautical mile and 279 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft demonstrated excellent control and precision during the approach, ultimately landing on runway 30.
The runway length at EGHJ Bembridge Airport is 685 meters, and the pilot successfully managed the aircraft's speed and altitude to ensure a good threshold height. The threshold speed was also well-managed, reaching 63 knots, which is a suitable speed for landing. The touchdown distance of 201 meters was within acceptable limits, and the touchdown speed of 51 knots was also satisfactory.
One of the standout aspects of this landing was the excellent touchdown rate of -80 feet per minute (fpm). This indicates that the aircraft touched down smoothly and with minimal impact, which is a testament to the pilot's skill and control. The runway touchdown alignment was also perfect, demonstrating the pilot's ability to accurately guide the aircraft onto the runway.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 3 knots at 249°. The crosswind and headwind components were minimal, at 2 knots each, which made the landing even more challenging but ultimately successful.
The total landing distance of 363 meters was 53% of the runway length, which is a relatively short distance considering the aircraft's size and weight. This suggests that the pilot was able to bring the aircraft to a stop quickly and efficiently, with perfect runway rollout alignment. Overall, this landing was a textbook example of precision and control, and the pilot's skills and experience were on full display.
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