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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: 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.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 472 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 472 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 152 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 07 at Lengbati Airport, where the Kodiak 100 aircraft took off with a takeoff distance of 151 meters, which accounted for 34% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 74 knots. At the time of departure, the local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 19 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 0 knots at 269 degrees, resulting in no crosswind or headwind.
As the aircraft climbed out of Lengbati Airport, it began its enroute climb, which started overhead the airport. The climb was steep, with the aircraft ascending from 5,862 feet above sea level to 13,378 feet above sea level, an increase of 7,516 feet in just 5 minutes, while covering a distance of 4 nautical miles. This impressive climb was a testament to the Kodiak 100's capabilities.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, which lasted for 5 minutes and covered a distance of 15 nautical miles. This cruise phase was initiated 3 miles west of Lengbati Airport, and it allowed the aircraft to maintain a steady altitude and speed.
As the aircraft approached its destination, it began its enroute descent, which started 3 miles northeast of Kasonombe Airport. The descent was steep, with the aircraft descending from 13,358 feet above sea level to 4,410 feet above sea level, a decrease of 8,948 feet in just 4 minutes, while covering a distance of 6 nautical miles.
The final approach to runway 10 at Baindoung Airport was initiated from the west, with the aircraft heading 107.0 degrees at an altitude of 6 feet above ground level and a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway. The landing was smooth, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 59 knots and a touchdown distance of 149 meters, which was 73% of the runway length.
The landing was further characterized by a good threshold height, a threshold speed of 65 knots, and a touchdown rate of 62 feet per minute, which was perfect. The runway touchdown alignment was also perfect, and the runway rollout alignment was very good. The total landing distance was 346 meters, which was 73% of the runway length.
The flight was completed with a total distance of 26 nautical miles, which was covered in 15 minutes, and the aircraft used 30 kilograms of fuel during the flight. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were the same as at the time of departure, with a temperature of 19 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 0 knots at 269 degrees, resulting in no crosswind or headwind.
The aircraft in question, a Kodiak 100, successfully landed at AYBG Baindoung Airport, achieving a high score of 97.6%. The final approach was conducted from the west, heading 107.0° at an altitude of 6 feet above ground level (agl) and 0 nautical miles from the runway. This indicates a precise and controlled approach, setting the stage for a smooth landing.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft demonstrated excellent performance, with a threshold speed of 65 knots, which is well within the acceptable range. The touchdown distance of 149 meters was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had sufficient control over the aircraft's descent. Furthermore, the touchdown speed of 59 knots was within the desired range, and the touchdown rate of 62 feet per minute (fpm) was perfect, suggesting a gentle and controlled touchdown.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 19°C and a wind speed of 0 knots from 269°. This resulted in a zero crosswind and headwind, making the landing even more challenging and impressive. The total landing distance of 346 meters, which accounts for 73% of the runway length, is a testament to the pilot's skill and control.
The runway rollout alignment was also very good, indicating that the pilot had maintained control over the aircraft's direction and speed during the rollout phase. Overall, this landing demonstrates exceptional piloting skills and a high level of proficiency in handling the Kodiak 100 aircraft.
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