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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 2,119 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 351 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A320 began with taxiing from the parking area to the runway, which took 9 minutes and covered a distance of 1 nautical mile. The departure was from runway 22 at EGSS Stansted, with a takeoff distance of 5,822 feet, using 65% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 155 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 64°F, with a wind speed of 6 knots coming from 340°, resulting in a crosswind of 6 knots and a tailwind of 3 knots.
The enroute climb commenced 1 mile southeast of Birchanger in Essex, England. The aircraft climbed from 1,309 feet above sea level to 35,987 feet above sea level, an increase of 34,679 feet. This climb took 24 minutes and covered a distance of 138 nautical miles. The enroute level cruise started 4 miles northeast of Pontneddfechan in Sir Powys, Wales, lasting 9 minutes and covering 70 nautical miles.
The enroute descent began 10 miles northwest of Saint Davids in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The aircraft descended from 36,023 feet above sea level to 1,933 feet above sea level, a decrease of 34,090 feet. This descent took 23 minutes and covered a distance of 115 nautical miles. The landing was on runway 16 at EICK Cork, with a runway length of 6,952 feet. The height at the threshold was 41 feet above ground level, and the speed at the threshold was 138 knots.
The touchdown occurred 1,146 feet from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 137 knots and a vertical speed indicator showing -392 feet per minute. The local weather at the time of landing was 62°F, with a wind speed of 6 knots coming from 340°, resulting in a crosswind of 0 knots and a tailwind of 6 knots. The total landing distance was 4,104 feet, using 59% of the runway.
After landing, taxiing from the runway to the parking area took 5 minutes and covered less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance for the journey was 332 nautical miles, with a total flight time of 224 minutes. The aircraft used 6,403 pounds of fuel during the flight.
Overall, the aircraft landing score of 97.4% is quite impressive and indicates a high level of proficiency during each phase of the landing process.
During the Approach Phase, the excellent glideslope alignment suggests that the pilot was able to maintain the correct angle of descent, ensuring a smooth transition towards the runway. This indicates good situational awareness and precision in managing the aircraft's altitude.
In the Landing Phase, the good threshold height and very good landing flare demonstrate a strong ability to control the descent and approach the runway with accuracy. The landing flare is crucial for a smooth touchdown and minimizes the impact on the landing gear.
Moving on to the Touchdown Phase, it is notable that the touchdown rate was hard and the speed was slightly above target. These factors may have contributed to a less-than-ideal touchdown experience. Additionally, while the touchdown distance was inside the touchdown zone, the runway touchdown position being 2.4 m from the centerline suggests some room for improvement in terms of alignment.
A point of concern is the fact that the aircraft landed with a 6 kn tailwind, which can pose risks and challenges during landing. Tailwinds can increase the landing distance required and impact the aircraft's stability during the touchdown phase. It is important for pilots to be aware of weather conditions and adjust their approach accordingly to ensure safe landings.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, the very good runway alignment indicates that the pilot was successful in maintaining the aircraft's trajectory along the runway centerline after touchdown. This is crucial for safe taxiing and runway exit.
Overall, while this landing had many positive aspects such as the precise glideslope alignment and good landing flare, there are areas for improvement such as managing tailwind conditions and ensuring smoother touchdowns. Continued practice and attention to detail will further enhance the pilot's skills and overall safety during landings. Keep up the good work and continue striving for excellence in every phase of the landing process.
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