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One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: six checks at the point nearest 500 ft above the runway after the base turn. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 5,502 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 938 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a taxiing period from the parking area to the runway, which took approximately 2 minutes and covered a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The aircraft, a PA28 Archer II, then departed from runway 02 at KUZA Rock Hill - York County Airport. The takeoff distance was 475 feet, which accounted for 9% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was 54 knots.
The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 66 degrees Fahrenheit and a wind speed of 3 knots from a direction of 225 degrees. This resulted in a crosswind of 2 knots and a tailwind of 2 knots. Following the takeoff, the aircraft entered a left-hand pattern, which involved a turn from the runway. The distance covered during this turn was less than 1 nautical mile and took approximately 22 seconds.
The aircraft then proceeded to the downwind leg of the pattern, where it turned at an angle of 45 degrees to the runway. This turn covered a distance of 1 nautical mile and was completed at an angle of 87.7 degrees. The downwind leg itself was 2 nautical miles long and took 50 seconds to complete. The aircraft then turned onto the base leg, which involved a turn at an angle of 45 degrees to the runway. This turn covered a distance of 1 nautical mile and was completed at an angle of 12.1 degrees.
The final approach to the runway was made from the south, with the aircraft heading at 11.0 degrees and at an altitude of 176 feet above ground level. The landing was made on runway 02, which was 5,502 feet long. The threshold height was good, and the threshold speed was also satisfactory at 69 knots. The touchdown distance was 935 feet, which was good, and the touchdown speed was 60 knots, also considered good. The touchdown rate was excellent at -59 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect.
The total landing distance was 1,717 feet, which accounted for 31% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect. The total flight distance was 5 nautical miles, and the flight took approximately 4 minutes to complete. The aircraft used 5 pounds of fuel during the flight.
The PA28 Archer II aircraft successfully landed at KUZA Rock Hill - York County Airport, demonstrating exceptional piloting skills. The final approach to runway 02 from the south was executed with precision, with the aircraft maintaining a heading of 11.0° at 0 nm and 176 ft above ground level (agl). This indicates a stable and controlled descent, setting the stage for a smooth touchdown.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on the runway at a speed of 60 kt, which is well within the recommended threshold speed of 69 kt. The touchdown distance of 935 ft was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had sufficient control over the aircraft's descent and speed. The touchdown rate of -59 fpm was particularly impressive, demonstrating a high degree of precision and control.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 66°F and a gentle wind of 3 kt from 225°. This resulted in a minimal crosswind and tailwind component, making the landing even more challenging and impressive. The total landing distance of 1,717 ft, which accounts for 31% of the runway length, is a testament to the pilot's skill and experience.
The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, indicating that the pilot had maintained a steady and controlled approach. The runway rollout alignment was also flawless, demonstrating a high degree of control and precision during the landing roll. Overall, this landing was a textbook example of a well-executed approach and landing, showcasing the pilot's exceptional skills and expertise.
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