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MY FS FLIGHTS
Flight Score
Know your rotation speed
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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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
Side view — the last 1,208 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,208 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 280 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Overall, your aircraft landing score of 89.5% is commendable, but there are a few areas where improvements can be made to achieve an even higher score in the future.
Let's start with the Approach Phase. The poor descent path above the glideslope limit and slightly below target speed are areas that can be worked on. Maintaining a consistent descent path and speed will help ensure a smoother and more controlled approach, ultimately leading to a more precise landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it's great to see that you had a good threshold height and a perfect landing flare. These are key components of a successful landing, so keep up the good work in these areas.
In the Touchdown Phase, your touchdown rate was excellent, and your speed was on target. Additionally, landing within the touchdown zone and being just 3.6m from the centreline is impressive. However, it's important to continue practicing and aiming for even more precise and consistent touchdowns.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, maintaining runway alignment is crucial. Being 10.3m from the centreline is a bit off, so focus on improving your alignment to ensure a smooth rollout after touchdown.
Overall, your performance in each phase of the landing process shows great potential. With some focused practice and attention to detail, you can continue to improve and achieve even higher scores in the future. Keep up the good work and stay motivated to reach your goals in aircraft landing proficiency.
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