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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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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 3,376 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 320 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Douglas DC-6B began at KELP El Paso International Airport with a 10-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway. The departure roll from runway 08R included a takeoff distance of 821 meters, covering 30% of the runway. The liftoff speed was recorded at 97 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 17°C with a wind speed of 21 knots coming from 100°, resulting in a crosswind of 2 knots and a headwind of 21 knots.
The enroute climb started 2 miles east of KELP El Paso International Airport, climbing from 4,985 feet above sea level to 7,911 feet above sea level, covering 5 nautical miles in 3 minutes. The enroute level cruise began 3 miles northeast of Ciudad Juarez (Estado de Chihuahua, Mexico) and lasted for 32 minutes, covering 136 nautical miles.
Another enroute climb started 3 miles northwest of NM70 Rodeo Airport in Rodeo, New Mexico. The aircraft climbed from 8,029 feet above sea level to 10,004 feet above sea level, covering 17 nautical miles in 4 minutes. Following this was an enroute descent that began 4 miles northwest of 09AZ Stronghold Airport in St David, Arizona. The aircraft descended from 9,415 feet above sea level to 8,038 feet above sea level, covering 10 nautical miles in 2 minutes.
The total flight distance was 653 nautical miles and the flight duration was 194 minutes. The aircraft used 1,940 kg of fuel during the flight.
Overall, the aircraft landing score of 94.8% is quite impressive and indicates a high level of proficiency during the landing process.
During the Approach Phase, the pilot demonstrated excellent glideslope alignment, which is crucial for a smooth and safe landing. Additionally, achieving a threshold speed slightly below the target at 89 knots shows good control and adherence to procedures. This suggests that the pilot was able to accurately manage the aircraft's speed, contributing to the successful landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, the report indicates that the threshold height was good, indicating that the aircraft was at the correct altitude upon approaching the runway. The perfect landing flare further demonstrates the pilot's skill in executing a smooth descent onto the runway. This phase is critical for ensuring a soft and controlled touchdown, which can impact the overall quality of the landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, the reported -204 ft/m touchdown rate suggests that the landing was somewhat firm, although not excessive. The touchdown speed of 79 knots is within an acceptable range, indicating that the aircraft was at an appropriate speed for landing. The touchdown distance of 319 meters is also impressive, demonstrating good judgment and control during the landing process.
However, the report notes that the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 12.1 meters from the centerline. While this may be a minor deviation, it is important for pilots to strive for precision in aligning the aircraft with the runway centerline to ensure safe and accurate landings.
Overall, the pilot should be commended for achieving a high landing score and demonstrating proficiency in key aspects of the landing process. Continued practice and attention to detail can help further improve landing techniques and ensure consistently successful landings in the future.
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