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Hold the cruise
Enroute Level scored 92.33 % — Average altitude 3,454 ft asl at 74 % was the weak point. Fixed, this flight scores 98.06 %.
Start to finish · 16 stages, 14 scored
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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 1,136 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,136 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 308 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 22R at Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport, LFMN. The DA40-NG aircraft took off with a takeoff distance of 361 meters, which accounted for 14% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 77 knots, and the local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot from a direction of 269 degrees. This resulted in a negligible crosswind and headwind.
As the aircraft climbed away from the airport, it began its enroute climb, which started overhead Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport. The climb took the aircraft from an altitude of 1,031 feet above sea level to 4,088 feet above sea level, an increase of 3,057 feet in just 4 minutes. During this time, the aircraft covered a distance of 7 nautical miles. The climb was followed by a level cruise, which began 1 mile southwest of Antibes and lasted for 6 minutes, covering a distance of 8 nautical miles.
The final approach to runway 35 at Cannes-Mandelieu Airport, LFMD, was initiated from the south, with the aircraft heading 348.0 degrees at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,609 feet above ground level. The landing on runway 35 was smooth, with a threshold speed of 67 knots and a touchdown speed of 55 knots. The touchdown distance was 305 meters, which was within the acceptable limits. The touchdown rate was excellent, at -76 feet per minute.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot from a direction of 270 degrees, resulting in a negligible crosswind and a headwind of 0 knots. The runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned from the centerline by 3.6 meters. The total landing distance was 656 meters, which accounted for 58% of the runway. The runway rollout alignment was very good, indicating a smooth and controlled descent.
After landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area from the runway, taking just 1 minute and covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 19 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 15 minutes. The aircraft used a total of 4 kilograms of fuel during the flight.
The DA40-NG aircraft successfully landed at LFMD Cannes-Mandelieu Airport, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in its pilot. The final approach was conducted from the south, heading 348.0° at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,609 feet above ground level (agl). This approach was executed with precision, as evidenced by the aircraft's ability to maintain a good threshold height and speed.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft performed well, with a threshold speed of 67 knots and a touchdown distance of 305 meters. The touchdown speed of 55 knots was also within acceptable limits, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown rate of -76 feet per minute (fpm) was particularly impressive, showcasing the pilot's skill in managing the aircraft's descent and ensuring a safe and stable landing.
However, there was a slight deviation from the ideal landing, as the runway touchdown position was misaligned by 3.6 meters from the centerline. This minor discrepancy did not significantly impact the overall landing performance, but it does highlight the importance of maintaining precise control during the final stages of the approach.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 1 knot from 270°. This minimal wind had a negligible impact on the aircraft's performance, allowing the pilot to focus on executing a precise and controlled landing.
The total landing distance of 656 meters was within acceptable limits, accounting for only 58% of the runway length. This indicates that the pilot was able to bring the aircraft to a stop in a relatively short distance, showcasing their ability to manage the aircraft's speed and momentum during the rollout phase.
The runway rollout alignment was also noteworthy, as it was very good. This suggests that the pilot was able to maintain control of the aircraft during the critical phases of the landing, ensuring a safe and stable rollout. Overall, this landing performance demonstrates a high level of proficiency and skill on the part of the pilot, as well as a thorough understanding of the aircraft's capabilities and limitations.
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