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Slow the descent speed
Below 10,000 ft you are typically limited to 250 kt indicated (a US rule that much of the world mirrors in some form, though not universally). This forces a deceleration around 10,000 ft whether the profile wants one or not, so plan for it rather than discovering it.
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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 2,863 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 499 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A320 began at Laredo International Airport (KLRD) where the aircraft taxied from the parking area to Runway 18L in 9 minutes, covering 2 nm. The departure roll on the runway was 1,163 m, representing 46% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was 166 kn.
The local weather at the time of departure was 30 °C with a wind speed of 12 kn coming from 149 °, resulting in a crosswind of 6 kn and a headwind of 10 kn.
After taking off, the climb began 1 mile south of KLRD, reaching an altitude of 33,230 ft over a distance of 112 nm in 17 minutes. The enroute level cruise started 4 miles northwest of Doyle and lasted 2 minutes, covering 18 nm.
The descent phase of the flight started 6 miles northeast of Bayside, descending from 33,550 ft to 1,920 ft over 140 nm in 24 minutes.
The landing occurred on Runway 08R at George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (KIAH) with a runway length of 2,863 m. The aircraft touched down 500 m from the threshold at a speed of 124 kn with a VSI of -164 ft/m. The total landing distance was 1,135 m, representing 40% of the runway length.
Upon landing, the local weather at KIAH was 15 °C with a wind speed of 1 kn from 270 °, resulting in negligible crosswind and a tailwind of 1 kn.
Finally, taxiing from the runway to the parking area took 1 minute, covering less than 1 nm. The total flight distance was 281 nm, the flight duration was 120 minutes, and the aircraft used 2,289 kg of fuel during the journey.
First of all, congratulations on achieving a remarkable aircraft landing score of 99.9%! This is a clear testament to the skill and precision of the pilot in executing each phase of the landing process flawlessly.
Let's break down the analysis starting with the Approach Phase. The excellent glideslope alignment indicates that the aircraft maintained the correct angle of descent towards the runway, ensuring a smooth and stable approach. This is crucial for setting up a successful landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is commendable that the threshold height was good, indicating that the aircraft descended to the correct height above the runway before initiating the landing. Additionally, achieving a perfect landing flare demonstrates a high level of finesse in transitioning from descent to touchdown, absorbing any excess energy and ensuring a smooth contact with the runway.
In the Touchdown Phase, the analysis shows that the touchdown rate was good, indicating that the aircraft descended at an appropriate rate for a safe landing. The fact that the speed was on target further highlights the precision of the pilot in controlling the aircraft's descent. The touchdown point being 83 meters beyond the designated touchdown zone is also noteworthy, as it shows the pilot's ability to adjust and adapt to ensure a safe and successful landing. Additionally, the runway touchdown position being very good is a testament to the pilot's ability to accurately land the aircraft within the designated area.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, the analysis indicates that the runway alignment was very good, showcasing the pilot's ability to maintain control and steer the aircraft smoothly after touchdown. This is essential for ensuring a safe taxi off the runway and back to the terminal.
In conclusion, achieving a landing score of 99.9% is a remarkable accomplishment and reflects the pilot's exceptional skills, precision, and attention to detail throughout each phase of the landing process. Keep up the great work and continue striving for excellence in your future flights!
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