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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.
One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 1,582 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 526 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Piper PA-24-250 Comanche began with a departure roll on runway 09 at LPPI Pico Airport. The takeoff distance was 237 meters, which was 15% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was 80 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 21°C with a wind of 17 knots at 136°, resulting in a crosswind of 14 knots and a headwind of 10 knots.
The pilot entered a left-hand pattern from runway 09 at LPPI Pico Airport, covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile in 47 seconds. The pattern continued with a left-hand crosswind leg from runway 09, covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile in 23 seconds. The flight then proceeded to the downwind turn, with a distance of 2 nautical miles and an angle to the runway of 65.2°. The downwind leg covered 2 nautical miles in 40 seconds, followed by the base leg turn with a distance of 3 nautical miles and an angle to the runway of 47.7°. The base leg was less than 1 nautical mile in distance and took 30 seconds to complete. The final turn before landing covered less than 1 nautical mile in 39 seconds.
A go-around was performed on runway 09 at LPPI Pico Airport at 436 feet above ground level. The final landing was on runway 09 at LPPI Pico Airport, which has a length of 1,582 meters. The height at the threshold was 44 feet above ground level, and the speed at threshold was 92 knots. The touchdown occurred 524 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 56 knots and a vertical speed indicator reading of -95 feet per minute. The total landing distance was 796 meters, which was 50% of the total runway length.
Overall, the total flight distance was 12 nautical miles, which took 8 minutes and used 5 kilograms of fuel. The flight was conducted under challenging crosswind conditions, requiring precise handling and navigation throughout the pattern and landing phases.
Overall, landing an aircraft is a complex task that requires precision and skill, and it is clear that you have a strong foundation in these areas. Let's break down the different phases of your recent landing and evaluate each aspect in more detail.
During the Approach Phase, it is noted that the descent path was above the glideslope limit and the speed was excessively high. These factors can make it challenging to maintain a steady and controlled descent towards the runway. However, it is important to recognize these issues as areas for improvement and to work on maintaining a smoother approach in future landings.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is great to see that the threshold height was good and the landing flare was very good. These are crucial elements in ensuring a safe and successful touchdown. However, the landing heading was noted as poor, which may have impacted the overall alignment of the aircraft with the runway. Focus on maintaining a straight and steady heading during the landing phase to improve this aspect in future flights.
In the Touchdown Phase, it is commendable that the touchdown rate was excellent and the speed was slightly above target. However, it is worth noting that the touchdown point was 86 meters beyond the touchdown zone, indicating a need to work on adjusting the approach to ensure a smoother touchdown within the designated zone. Additionally, the runway touchdown position was 20.1 meters from the centerline, highlighting the importance of maintaining proper alignment during the touchdown phase.
Despite these challenges, landing with a 14 knot crosswind is a notable achievement. Crosswind landings can be particularly tricky, so successfully navigating this condition reflects your skill and adaptability as a pilot.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment was 20.4 meters from the centerline. While this aspect could be improved, maintaining a consistent alignment during the rollout phase can help enhance the overall smoothness of the landing process.
In conclusion, your recent landing score of 82.1% illustrates a strong foundation in aircraft handling skills but also highlights specific areas for improvement. By focusing on maintaining a controlled descent path, smoother touchdown within the designated zone, and improved alignment throughout the landing phases, you can continue to refine your technique and enhance your overall landing performance. Keep up the good work and continue to strive for excellence in your flying endeavors.
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