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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Shorten the long landing
Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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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 5,987 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,987 ft of the 8,005 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 3,474 ft past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Firstly, let's focus on the positive aspects of the landing score. The touchdown rate was good and the speed was on target. This shows that you have a good sense of timing and control during the crucial moment of touchdown, which is commendable.
In the Touchdown Phase, it is important to note that the touchdown point was 587m beyond the touchdown zone. While this is not ideal, it is still within a manageable range and with some adjustment in approach, you can improve this aspect. Additionally, the runway touchdown position being 7.9m from the centerline is a bit off, but with some practice, you can certainly aim to improve this alignment.
Moving on to the Approach Phase, it is clear that there were some issues with descent path and heading alignment above the glideslope limit. This is a crucial phase in the landing process and getting this right is essential for a smooth touchdown. Focus on maintaining a steady descent path and ensuring proper heading alignment to improve this aspect.
Lastly, in the Landing Phase, the excessive threshold height over target and poor landing flare are areas that can be worked on. The landing flare is essential for a smooth touchdown and ensuring the correct threshold height is crucial for a safe and efficient landing.
Overall, while there are areas for improvement, it is important to acknowledge the positive aspects of your landing score. With dedication and practice, you can certainly work towards achieving a higher score in your next landing. Keep up the good work and continue to strive for improvement in all phases of the landing process. You have the potential to excel, so keep pushing yourself to reach new heights in your aircraft landings.
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