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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: 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
Side view — the last 1,368 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,368 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 251 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with the aircraft, a Kodiak 100, taxiing from the parking area to the runway at Saint Cloud Regional Airport (KSTC). This 40-minute taxiing process covered a distance of 9 nautical miles. Once ready, the aircraft took to the runway 05 and after a successful departure roll, it completed a takeoff distance of 289 meters, which made up 32% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 77 knots.
As the aircraft continued on its journey, it began its enroute climb, starting overhead the Saint Cloud Regional Airport. Over the course of an 8-minute period, the plane climbed a total of 6,396 feet from 1,613 feet above sea level to 8,008 feet above sea level, covering an additional 8 nautical miles.
The enroute level cruise started approximately 1 mile southwest of Waite Park, Minnesota, lasting for 11 minutes and covering 33 nautical miles. After this, the enroute descent began 5 miles north of the Brooten Mun Airport (6D1), which saw a significant decrease in altitude, from 7,524 feet above sea level to 2,501 feet above sea level. This descent took just 5 minutes to complete, covering an additional 11 nautical miles.
Following the descent, another short level cruise started overhead the Glenwood Municipal Airport (KGHW), where the aircraft remained for a brief period of 4 minutes as it covered 2 nautical miles.
The aircraft then initiated its final approach to runway 15 at KGHW, coming in from the north and maintaining a heading of 158.0 degrees. At 1 nautical mile and 419 feet above ground level, the aircraft began its descent. Upon landing, the Kodiak 100 successfully touched down on runway 15, which had a length of 1,368 meters. The runway touchdown alignment was excellent, and the landing distance was an impressive 593 meters, which made up 43% of the runway length.
The final step of the flight was taxiing the aircraft back to the parking area from the runway, which took just 1 minute and covered less than 1 nautical mile. Throughout the flight, the aircraft utilized 104 kilograms of fuel, covering a total distance of 65 nautical miles and taking a total of 34 minutes to complete the journey.
The aircraft in question, a Kodiak 100, completed a landing with an impressive 99.6% score at Glenwood Municipal Airport (KGHW). The approach began with the aircraft flying at a heading of 158.0°, approximately 1 nautical mile northwest of the runway and at an altitude of 419 feet above ground level (agl).
Given the favorable conditions, the aircraft landed successfully on runway 15, which has a significant length of 1,368 meters. The threshold height was reported as 'good', indicating that the aircraft's altitude was well-suited for a safe touchdown. Upon reaching the threshold, the aircraft's speed was an optimal 69 knots, demonstrating effective control and mastery of the craft.
Upon touching down, the aircraft demonstrated exceptional stability and control, achieving a speed of 63 knots and a touchdown rate of -41 feet per minute (fpm). This indicates that the aircraft landed smoothly and quickly, reducing the risk of damage and stress on the landing gear.
The local weather conditions contributed to a favorable landing. The temperature was a relatively cool 15°C, and the wind, although slight, was blowing at a mere 1 knot from the west at 269°, which meant it had minimal effect on the landing. Consequently, the crosswind component was equally insignificant at 1 knot, whereas the headwind component was effectively 0 knots. These circumstances allowed the aircraft to maintain its alignment and control during the landing.
The total landing distance covered by the aircraft was 593 meters, which accounted for approximately 43% of the runway. This is a relatively short landing distance, demonstrating the effectiveness of the pilot's skills and the aircraft's responsive handling. Moreover, the runway rollout alignment was described as 'perfect', showcasing exceptional control and mastery over the aircraft during the rollout phase. Overall, this landing showcased a high level of airmanship, emphasizing the importance of a combination of accurate weather conditions, excellent pilot skills, and an aircraft built for optimal performance, all of which came together to yield an impressive landing score of 99.6%.
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