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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Maintain the centreline
A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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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 2,301 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 544 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight onboard the Airbus A320 began with a smooth departure roll on runway 35R at LTFM Istanbul Airport. The takeoff distance was 1,501 meters, covering 37% of the runway, with a liftoff speed of 165 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 18°C with a 16 knot wind coming from 183°, resulting in a 1 knot crosswind and a 15 knot tailwind.
The enroute climb started 1 mile northwest of LTFM Istanbul Airport Arnavutköy and took the aircraft from 1,328 feet above sea level to 35,006 feet above sea level, an increase of 33,679 feet in 19 minutes, covering 128 nautical miles.
Once reaching the cruising level, the aircraft maintained its altitude for 89 minutes, covering 476 nautical miles before beginning the descent. The descent started 1 mile east of Grodek Nad Dunajcem, descending from 34,869 feet above sea level to 30,358 feet above sea level, a decrease of 4,512 feet in 4 minutes, covering 34 nautical miles.
After a brief level cruise, the aircraft entered another descent phase, this time starting 2 miles northeast of Kije. The descent took the aircraft from 30,002 feet above sea level to 2,141 feet above sea level, a decrease of 27,861 feet in 24 minutes, covering 95 nautical miles.
The landing was on runway 11 at EPWA Warsaw Chopin Airport, with a runway length of 2,301 meters. The height at threshold was 57 feet above ground level, and the speed at threshold was 132 knots. The touchdown occurred 546 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 125 knots and a vertical speed indicator reading of -170 feet per minute. The local weather at the time of landing was 15°C with a 1 knot wind coming from 270°, resulting in no crosswind and a 1 knot tailwind.
The total landing distance was 1,275 meters, covering 55% of the runway. Taxiing from the runway to the parking area took 1 minute and covered less than 1 nautical mile.
Overall, the total flight distance covered was 759 nautical miles, taking 249 minutes and consuming 4,851 kilograms of fuel.
Great job on achieving a fantastic aircraft landing score of 98.6%! Let's break down each phase of the landing to see what went well and where there might be room for improvement.
During the Approach Phase, it's clear that the pilot did an excellent job of maintaining a precise glideslope alignment. This is a crucial aspect of a successful landing as it ensures the aircraft is in the correct position and altitude as it nears the runway. Keep up the great work on maintaining this level of precision.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, the threshold height being slightly above target is a minor area to focus on for improvement. Ensuring that the aircraft is descending at the correct rate can help in achieving a smoother touchdown. However, the very good landing flare indicates that the pilot executed a smooth transition to the landing phase, which is commendable.
In the Touchdown Phase, the good touchdown rate and on-target speed are key indicators of a well-executed landing. The fact that the touchdown point was slightly beyond the designated zone is something to be mindful of for future landings, as it could impact runway efficiency. Additionally, the runway touchdown position being slightly off-center highlights the importance of maintaining alignment throughout the landing process.
Lastly, during the Rollout Phase, the very good runway alignment demonstrates the pilot's ability to maintain control and directionality after touchdown. This is crucial for a safe and efficient rollout following the landing.
Overall, this landing performance showcases great skill and precision. By paying attention to minor details such as threshold height and touchdown point, you can further enhance your landing technique. Keep up the excellent work, and continue striving for perfection in each phase of the landing process.
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