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Improve the takeoff
A typical trainer rotates in the mid-50s of knots - a 172 at around 55 KIAS, climbing out at a Vy in the low 70s, though check your own POH rather than memorising Cessna's numbers - and the transferable rule is that Vr sits just above the stall speed in takeoff configuration. Rotate early because "it felt ready" and the aircraft lifts off inside ground effect, where induced drag is reduced, then climbs out of it into more drag. On a marginal-performance day the result is an aircraft that lifts off and then refuses to climb, sagging back towards the runway.
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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 1,860 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 419 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Sirius aircraft began with a departure roll on runway 28 at EGNH Blackpool International Airport. The takeoff distance was 158 meters, which accounted for 8% of the runway length. The liftoff speed reached 58 knots. The local weather at the time of departure indicated a temperature of 15°C, with a wind speed of 3 knots coming from 279°. There was no crosswind, but a 3-knot headwind was present.
During the enroute climb, the aircraft ascended from 195 meters above sea level to 243 meters above sea level. This climb took 1 minute and covered less than 1 nautical mile. The enroute level cruise began over EGNH Blackpool International Airport and lasted for 2 minutes, covering less than 1 nautical mile.
For the final approach to runway 10 at EGNH Blackpool International Airport, the aircraft approached from the west with a heading of 90.0° at 0 nautical miles and 49.6 meters above ground level. The landing took place on runway 10, which had a length of 1,860 meters. The threshold speed was recorded at 61 knots, slightly above the target speed. The touchdown point was 74 meters beyond the touchdown zone, with a touchdown speed of 47 knots. The touchdown rate was excellent at -0.3 m/s. The runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 5.0 meters from the centerline. The local weather at the time of landing showed a temperature of 15°C, with a 4-knot wind coming from 266°. There was a 1-knot crosswind and a 4-knot tailwind.
The total landing distance covered was 653 meters, accounting for 35% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was deemed very good. The total flight distance for the journey was 2 nautical miles, taking 3 minutes to complete and utilizing 23 kilograms of fuel.
Overall, the aircraft landing score of 95.7% indicates a very successful landing with some room for improvement in certain areas.
During the Approach Phase, the glideslope alignment was excellent, ensuring a smooth descent towards the runway. However, the poor heading alignment suggests that there may have been some challenges in maintaining the correct approach path. Additionally, the threshold speed being well above target at 61 knots indicates the need for better speed management during this phase of the landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is positive to note that the threshold height was good and the landing flare was executed perfectly. This indicates that the pilot successfully transitioned from descent to the landing phase, making for a stable approach towards the runway.
In the Touchdown Phase, the aircraft performed well with an excellent touchdown rate of -0.3 m/s, indicating a smooth and controlled touchdown. The touchdown speed of 47 knots was also good, contributing to a safe landing. However, the touchdown point being 74 meters beyond the touchdown zone suggests the need for better judgment and alignment when initiating the touchdown.
Furthermore, it is important to highlight that the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 5.0 meters from the centerline, emphasizing the importance of precise alignment during the landing process.
One area that requires immediate attention is the fact that the aircraft landed with a 4-knot tailwind, which can significantly impact the landing performance and safety. It is crucial to always land with a headwind or crosswind to ensure optimal landing conditions.
In conclusion, while the landing score of 95.7% reflects a successful landing overall, there are specific areas such as heading alignment, speed management, touchdown point accuracy, and wind conditions that require improvement. By addressing these areas and practicing precision in all phases of the landing, the pilot can strive for an even higher level of performance in future landings.
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