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Maintain the centreline
A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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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.
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 3,198 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 204 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 25 at Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport. The aircraft, a PA28 Warrior II, accelerated down the runway and lifted off at a speed of 79 kt, covering a distance of 287 m, which was 9% of the runway length. The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 16 °C and a wind speed of 6 kt from a direction of 270 °, resulting in a headwind of 6 kt.
As the aircraft climbed away from the airport, it began its enroute climb 1 mile south west of the airport. The climb started at an altitude of 1,071 ft above sea level and continued to an altitude of 2,698 ft, an increase of 1,627 ft in just 3 minutes, covering a distance of 3 nm. The enroute level cruise phase of the flight began 4 miles south west of the airport and lasted for 12 minutes, during which the aircraft maintained a steady altitude and covered a distance of 3 nm.
As the aircraft approached its destination, it began its enroute descent 4 miles south of Las Cachas Airport. The descent started at an altitude of 2,218 ft above sea level and continued to an altitude of 1,199 ft, a decrease of 1,019 ft in just 2 minutes, covering a distance of 3 nm. The final approach to runway 07 at Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport was made from the south west, heading 69.0 ° at a distance of 4 nm and an altitude of 1,108 ft above ground level.
The landing was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 51 kt and a distance of 200 m, which was 12% of the runway length. The touchdown rate was good at -162 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15 °C and a wind speed of 6 kt from a direction of 270 °, resulting in a tailwind of 6 kt.
The total landing distance was 376 m, and the runway rollout alignment was perfect. The total flight distance was 15 nm, and the flight duration was 21 minutes. The aircraft used 9 kg of fuel during the flight. Overall, the flight was executed smoothly and efficiently, with good weather conditions and a successful landing.
The PA28 Warrior II aircraft successfully landed at MSLP Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in its pilot. The final approach to runway 07 was conducted from the southwest, with a heading of 69.0° at 4 nautical miles and 1,108 feet above ground level (agl). This approach was executed with precision, as evidenced by the good threshold height and runway touchdown alignment.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft's performance was impressive, with a touchdown speed of 51 knots, which is well within the acceptable range. The touchdown distance of 200 meters was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had effectively managed the aircraft's descent and speed. Furthermore, the touchdown rate of -162 feet per minute (fpm) was good, suggesting that the pilot had maintained control of the aircraft during the landing.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a wind speed of 6 knots from 270°. Although there was a slight tailwind component of 6 knots, the crosswind was minimal at 2 knots. These conditions did not appear to have significantly impacted the landing, as the pilot was able to maintain control and execute a smooth touchdown.
The total landing distance of 376 meters, which is only 12% of the runway length, is a testament to the pilot's skill and experience. This indicates that the pilot had effectively managed the aircraft's speed and descent, allowing for a short and controlled landing. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, demonstrating that the pilot had maintained control of the aircraft during the rollout phase.
Overall, this landing was a success, with the pilot demonstrating a high level of proficiency and control throughout the approach, touchdown, and rollout phases. The aircraft's performance was impressive, and the landing was executed with precision and skill.
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