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Preparing for a stable approach will give you time to decide on whether to attempt the landing or going around. Too much altitude with a high sink rate will result in carrying too much speed onto the runway. Configuring flaps and the gear late also won't help the speed decay.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with five checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
At the 1,000 ft gate: sink rate above what the glideslope needed.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 9,971 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,565 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a smooth taxiing from the parking area to the runway at KSHV Shreveport Regional Airport, taking approximately 5 minutes and covering less than 1 nautical mile. As the Boeing 737-800 rolled onto runway 14, it started its takeoff roll, covering 2,651 feet, which is one-third of the runway. The aircraft lifted off the ground at a liftoff speed of 138 knots, while being aided by a 9-knot headwind at 139 degrees.
As the aircraft climbed out of Shreveport, it soared to a height of 22,737 feet above sea level, an increase of 21,514 feet from its initial altitude of 1,223 feet asl. The climb took 6 minutes to complete, covering a distance of 26 nautical miles. The aircraft then transitioned into a steady level cruise, where it maintained a consistent airspeed, flying 2 miles south-west of Mansfield, Louisiana. This cruise phase lasted for 11 minutes and covered 59 nautical miles.
As the flight approached its destination, a gentle descent began 4 miles west of Sam Rayburn, Texas. The aircraft descended from 22,769 feet asl to 1,349 feet asl, a decrease of 21,421 feet, over the course of 18 minutes and covering 87 nautical miles. Once the aircraft reached its final approach altitude, it started its descent onto runway 27 at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, landing smoothly from the east, with a heading of 267.0 degrees at 3 nautical miles and 1,235 feet above ground level.
During the landing phase, the aircraft touched down on the runway at a speed of 116 knots and rate of descent of -130 feet per minute, resulting in a smooth touchdown. The touchdown point was 182 feet beyond the designated touchdown zone. The aircraft's alignment with the runway during touchdown and rollout was perfect, with the landing distance covering 4,586 feet, which is 46% of the runway's total length.
After landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, taking approximately 7 minutes and covering less than 1 nautical mile. Throughout the flight, the aircraft used a total of 4,214 pounds of fuel, taking a total flight distance of 178 nautical miles and consuming a significant amount of time, completing the journey in 48 minutes.
Report of the Boeing 737-800 Landing at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport:
On this particular landing, the aircraft demonstrated exceptional skill and adherence to safety protocols, boasting a near-perfect score of 99.9%. The final approach to runway 27 at KIAH George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport was initiated from the east, at a heading of 267.0°, approximately 3 nautical miles from the runway and 1,235 feet above ground level (agl).
As the aircraft touched down on the runway, it displayed solid consistency in meeting the predetermined threshold height and speed criteria. The pilots effectively controlled the aircraft's descent, resulting in a good threshold speed of 124 knots. Upon touchdown, the aircraft settled smoothly onto the runway, with a touchdown point located 182 feet beyond the designated touchdown zone. This slight overrun is well within the acceptable limits, indicating a well-executed landing. Furthermore, the touchdown speed of 116 knots was in line with the expected norms, highlighting the pilots' proficiency in managing aircraft speed and control during the final stages of descent.
The descent rate of -130 feet per minute (fpm) was also smooth, implying minimal loss of altitude during the landing process. Moreover, runway touchdown alignment was deemed perfect, which is a significant indicator of the pilots' ability to align the aircraft precisely with the runway. This skill is crucial for preventing the risk of a veer-off or swaying from the runway centerline during landing.
At the time of the landing, the local weather conditions consisted of a temperature of 59°F and a moderate wind with speeds of 1 kt at 270°. This gentle breeze did not have a significant impact on aircraft control, resulting in a negligible crosswind and a slight headwind component of 1 kt.
In the final stages of landing, the aircraft's rollout alignment was perfect, showcasing the pilots' proficiency in bringing the aircraft to a smooth stop. Ultimately, the Total landing distance of 4,586 feet accounted for 46% of the runway length, indicating a proficient use of space and control throughout the landing process.
These findings confirm that the pilots successfully executed a well-managed and efficient landing, adhering to all safety guidelines and regulations. This report highlights the importance of precise airfield navigation and control, ensuring a safe and smooth descent to a successful ground contact.
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