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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: 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 2,812 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 683 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A321 started at LGKP Karpathos, where the aircraft taxied from the parking area to the runway in just 3 minutes, covering less than 1 nm. The departure roll took place on runway 30, with a takeoff distance of 3,442 ft, using 50% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 146 kn. The local weather at the time of departure was 83°F with a wind of 2 kn coming from 231°, resulting in a 2 kn crosswind and 1 kn headwind.
The enroute climb began 1 mile northwest of Karpathos, climbing from 1,137 ft to 34,979 ft, covering 133 nm in 24 minutes. The enroute level cruise started 71 miles south of Kastelorizo and lasted 9 minutes, covering 72 nm. The enroute descent commenced 53 miles west of Pegeia, descending from 34,974 ft to 1,810 ft, covering 111 nm in 20 minutes.
The landing took place on runway 04 at Larnaca Intl (LCLK), with a runway length of 9,225 ft. The aircraft was at a height of 35 ft above ground level at the threshold, with a speed of 132 kn. The touch down occurred 2,243 ft from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 122 kn and a Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) of -151 ft/min. The local weather at the time of landing was 77°F with a wind of 4 kn coming from 340°, resulting in a 4 kn crosswind and 2 kn headwind. The total landing distance was 4,638 ft, using 50% of the runway.
After landing, the aircraft taxied from the runway to the parking area in 6 minutes, covering 1 nm. The total flight distance for this journey was 325 nm, with a total flight time of 98 minutes. The flight consumed a total of 7,095 lbs of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving an impressive aircraft landing score of 96.6%! This is a commendable accomplishment and reflects the pilot's skill and precision throughout the various phases of the landing process.
In the Approach Phase, it is particularly notable that the glideslope alignment was excellent. Maintaining a steady and precise descent path is crucial for a smooth and controlled landing. Additionally, having the speed slightly below target demonstrates attentiveness and adherence to safety protocols.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is encouraging to see that the threshold height was good, indicating a well-timed initiation of the landing sequence. While the landing flare was described as fair, there is room for improvement in ensuring a smoother transition to the touchdown phase.
During the Touchdown Phase, it is laudable that the touchdown rate was good and the speed was on target. These elements are vital for a successful touchdown and contribute to a safe and stable landing. However, the touchdown point being 880 ft beyond the designated zone may require attention to ensure optimal positioning in future landings. Additionally, maintaining alignment with the runway centreline is essential, and being 5 ft off the mark indicates a small deviation that could be refined through continued practice.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, achieving very good runway alignment is impressive and highlights the pilot's ability to maintain control and precision even after touchdown. Consistency in maintaining alignment throughout this phase is key for a smooth deceleration and safe taxiing off the runway.
Overall, the detailed analysis of each phase of the landing process provides valuable insights for further improvement and refinement. By building on the strengths exhibited in each phase and addressing areas for enhancement, the pilot can continue to strive for excellence in aircraft landings. Keep up the great work and continue to prioritize safety and precision in every flight!
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