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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 for a circuit: seven checks where the approach path is 300 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,737 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 402 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, the Beechcraft A36 Bonanza began its takeoff roll on runway 30, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 80 kt in a distance of 362 meters, which accounted for 13% of the runway length. The local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a temperature of 15 °C and a light wind of 1 kt from 269°, resulting in a negligible crosswind and headwind component.
As the aircraft entered the left-hand traffic pattern, it demonstrated a swift and precise turn, completing the pattern entry in less than 1 nm in 21 seconds. The subsequent downwind leg, base leg, and final turn were executed with similar efficiency, with the aircraft maintaining a consistent angle to the runway throughout. The final approach was initiated from the south-east, with the aircraft descending to 361 feet above ground level (agl) at a distance of 1 nm from the runway threshold. The landing was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 60 kt and a touchdown distance of 399 meters, which was 27% of the runway length.
The landing performance was further highlighted by a touchdown rate of -39 fpm, indicating a perfectly controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was also very good, and the subsequent rollout was executed with precision, resulting in a perfect runway rollout alignment. The total landing distance of 728 meters was well within the acceptable limits, and the aircraft's fuel consumption for the flight was 73 kg, covering a total distance of 9 nm in 5 minutes.
The aircraft touched down on runway 30 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport with a good threshold height, allowing for a smooth transition from the approach to the touchdown phase. The threshold speed of 85 kt was well above the target, indicating a high degree of control and precision during the final stages of the approach. The touchdown distance of 399 m was also good, demonstrating a well-executed flare and touchdown.
The touchdown speed of 60 kt was within the acceptable range, and the touchdown rate of -39 fpm was perfect, indicating a controlled and stable descent. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, with the aircraft centered on the runway, and the local weather conditions of 20 °C and a light headwind of 1 kt contributed to a stable and predictable approach. The crosswind of 3 kt from the south east was minimal, and the pilot's ability to manage it effectively was evident in the smooth touchdown.
The total landing distance of 728 m, which accounted for 27% of the runway length, was within the acceptable range, and the runway rollout alignment was perfect, with the aircraft remaining centered on the runway throughout the rollout phase. Overall, the landing was executed to a high standard, with a score of 98.3% reflecting the pilot's skill and attention to detail.
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