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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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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,997 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 522 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from George F. L. Charles Airport in Castries, Saint Lucia, the ATR 72 aircraft began its journey by taxiing from the parking area to the runway, a process that took approximately 5 minutes and covered less than 1 nautical mile. With a takeoff distance of 611 meters, which accounted for 35% of the runway, the aircraft lifted off from runway 09 at a liftoff speed of 128 knots. The local weather conditions at the time of departure featured a temperature of 31°C, with a wind speed of 23 knots at 89°, resulting in a 6-knot crosswind and a 22-knot headwind.
As the aircraft climbed to its cruising altitude, it began its enroute climb over the airport, ascending from an initial altitude of 223 feet above sea level to 9,288 feet above sea level, an increase of 9,064 feet in just 6 minutes, covering a distance of 17 nautical miles. The enroute descent started 15 miles southwest of Sainte-Luce, Martinique, where the aircraft descended from 9,287 feet above sea level to 1,283 feet above sea level, a decrease of 8,004 feet in 6 minutes, covering a distance of 24 nautical miles. The final approach to runway 10 at Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport was conducted from the west, with the aircraft maintaining a heading of 80.0° at 4 nautical miles and 1,271 feet above ground level.
The landing on runway 10 was executed with a threshold speed that was slightly too high at 123 knots, resulting in a touchdown point 92 meters beyond the touchdown zone. The touchdown speed of 105 knots was also a little fast, but the touchdown rate of -66 feet per minute was excellent. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, and the runway rollout alignment was also spot on. The total landing distance was 1,055 meters, which accounted for 35% of the runway. The total flight distance was 47 nautical miles, taking approximately 21 minutes, and the aircraft used 242 kilograms of fuel during the journey.
The aircraft touched down on runway 10 at TFFF Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport, showcasing a well-executed approach. The final approach was conducted from the west, heading 80.0° at 4 nm and 1,271 ft above ground level (agl), with a good threshold height. However, the threshold speed was slightly above the desired level at 123 kt, indicating a need for adjustment in the approach configuration.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft's speed was a little fast at 105 kt, but the touchdown rate was excellent at -66 fpm, demonstrating a high degree of control and precision. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft centered on the runway. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 29 °C and a 15 kt headwind, contributed to a smooth and stable approach. The crosswind component was minimal at 1 kt, further facilitating a precise touchdown.
The total landing distance of 1,055 m, accounting for 35% of the runway length, was within acceptable limits. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, with the aircraft maintaining its centerline alignment throughout the rollout phase. Overall, the landing was executed to a high standard, with a score of 97.5% reflecting the crew's skill and attention to detail.
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