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Correct heading drift on base leg promptly with small bank adjustments to re-establish the extended centreline track.
What happened: The heading on base leg drifted 13° off the runway track.
Watch for: Heading indicator against runway track, holding it steady through base leg.
See Pattern Base Leg
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. These checks are the approach's score.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,490 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 305 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Groningen Airport Eelde, the Grumman AA-5A Traveler began its takeoff roll on runway 23, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 66 kt in 403 meters, which accounted for 16% of the runway's length. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 15 °C and a gentle wind of 1 kt from 270°, resulting in a negligible crosswind and headwind component.
As the aircraft entered the left-hand traffic pattern, it demonstrated a smooth and efficient turn, completing the pattern entry in less than 1 nm in 18 seconds. The subsequent crosswind turn was also executed with precision, taking 22 seconds to complete the maneuver. The pilot then proceeded to the downwind leg, where the aircraft maintained a steady heading of 232.0° at 204 ft above ground level (agl) while covering a distance of 2 nm in 61 seconds. The base leg turn and final approach were executed with equal finesse, culminating in a smooth touchdown on runway 23. The touchdown speed of 34 kt was within acceptable limits, and the touchdown rate of -86 fpm was excellent.
The landing distance of 308 meters was good, accounting for 16% of the runway's length. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, and the rollout alignment was perfect. The total landing distance of 398 meters was a testament to the pilot's skill and the aircraft's performance. The flight, which covered a total distance of 6 nm, was completed in 5 minutes, with no fuel consumption recorded. The favorable weather conditions and the pilot's expertise contributed to a safe and efficient flight.
The Grumman AA-5A Traveler touched down smoothly on runway 23 at EHGG Groningen Airport Eelde, showcasing exceptional approach quality. The aircraft descended from an altitude of 204 feet above ground level (agl) at 0 nautical miles from the runway threshold, aligning perfectly with the heading of 232.0°. The approach was characterized by a stable and controlled descent, culminating in a good threshold height.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft displayed a commendable threshold speed of 65 knots, slightly below the target value. The touchdown distance of 308 meters was also within acceptable limits, while the touchdown speed of 34 knots was well within the desired range. Notably, the touchdown rate of -86 feet per minute (fpm) was exceptional, indicating a smooth and controlled touchdown. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, with the aircraft maintaining its centerline alignment throughout the touchdown phase.
Following touchdown, the aircraft rolled out perfectly on the runway, maintaining its centerline alignment. The total landing distance of 398 meters, accounting for 16% of the runway length, was well within the acceptable range. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15°C and a negligible headwind of 1 knot, contributed to a stable and controlled landing. Overall, the landing was scored 100.0%, reflecting the pilot's exceptional skill and control throughout the approach, touchdown, and rollout phases.
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