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This flight was operated by a Boeing C-17 aircraft, which began its enroute climb from a starting altitude of 62 feet above sea level (asl) over Monkton in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The aircraft quickly ascended to a height of 948 feet asl, a significant increase of 885 feet in just 2 minutes, while covering a distance of 1 nautical mile (nm). This rapid climb demonstrated the impressive capabilities of the Boeing C-17.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, also starting over Monkton. During this 3-minute period, the aircraft maintained a steady altitude and covered a distance of 2 nm. This cruise phase likely allowed the crew to assess the aircraft's performance and make any necessary adjustments before proceeding with the final approach.
The final approach to runway 12 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) was initiated from a northerly direction, with the aircraft heading 121.0 degrees at an altitude of 184 feet agl and a distance of 0 nm from the runway. The crew successfully executed the approach, taking care to maintain a safe speed and avoid stalling the aircraft, as the threshold speed was slightly below the target.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on runway 12, which has a length of 2,737 meters. The touchdown distance was satisfactory at 307 meters, and the touchdown speed of 51 knots was also within acceptable limits. Most impressively, the touchdown rate was perfect at 5 feet per minute (fpm), and the runway touchdown alignment was spot on. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a gentle wind of 1 knot from 270 degrees, with minimal crosswind or tailwind.
In conclusion, this flight demonstrated the Boeing C-17's exceptional performance capabilities, including its rapid climb and precise landing. The crew's skillful execution of the final approach and landing ensured a safe and successful touchdown on runway 12 at EGPK. The total flight distance of 3 nm was covered in 5 minutes, and the aircraft used a relatively small amount of fuel, approximately 1 kg.
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Enroute climb started overhead Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland). Climbing from 62 ft asl to 948 ft asl, an increase of 885 ft in 2 minutes and covering 1 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 67 kt 60 kt min to max 80 kt |
60 | 75 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 3.8 ° 0.0 ° min to max 16.9 ° |
0.7 | 2.6 ° | |
| 91.14 % |
Average g force 0.26 g 0.19 g min to max 0.39 g |
0.22 | 0.35 g | |
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Average VSI 612 fpm 377 fpm min to max 1,011 fpm |
560 | 441 fpm | |
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Average altitude 275 ft asl 62 ft asl min to max 948 ft asl |
62 | 948 ft asl | |
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Average pitch angle 8.6 ° 5.4 ° min to max 11.1 ° |
10.4 | 6.1 ° | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Battery Master On at 20:45:57 |
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Engine 1 Started at 20:45:57 |
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Beacon Lights Switched On at 20:45:57 |
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Taxi Lights Switched On at 20:45:57 |
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Landing Gear Down at 20:45:57 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 20:45:57 |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 20:46:03 |
Enroute level cruise started overhead Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland) and lasted 3 minutes, covering 2 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average altitude 787 ft asl 241 ft asl min to max 1,074 ft asl |
955 | 241 ft asl | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 68 kt 56 kt min to max 80 kt |
75 | 56 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 4.2 ° 0.0 ° min to max 14.0 ° |
0.8 | 2.0 ° | |
| 92.86 % |
Average g force 0.37 g 0.25 g min to max 0.50 g |
0.36 | 0.28 g | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Average pitch angle 1.5 ° -1.6 ° min to max 5.9 ° |
5.9 | 2.3 ° | |
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Flaps Position 1 at 20:48:39 |
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Flaps Position 2 at 20:48:59 |
Approaching runway 12 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport from 1 nm to 0 nm. Descent from 184 ft agl to 13 ft agl. A decrease of 171 ft in 23 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Approach angle 2.3 ° 1.5 ° min to max 3.1 ° Target 3.0 ° |
3.1 | 1.5 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 58 kt 56 kt min to max 59 kt |
56 | 58 kt | |
| 100 % |
Heading variation 0.0 ° -0.1 ° min to max 0.0 ° |
-0.1 | 0.0 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.0 ° min to max 1.4 ° |
0.8 | 1.4 ° | |
| 93.14 % |
Average g force 0.26 g 0.26 g min to max 0.29 g |
0.28 | 0.26 g | |
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Average VSI -377 fpm -454 fpm min to max -284 fpm |
-284 | -352 fpm | |
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Average altitude 57 ft agl 13 ft agl min to max 184 ft agl |
184 | 13 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle 1.2 ° 0.4 ° min to max 2.0 ° |
2.0 | 1.7 ° |
Landing on runway 12 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, runway length 2,737 m. Good threshold height. Threshold speed at 59 kt was well below target, take care not to stall.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 54.36 % |
Threshold speed at 59 kt was well below target, take care not to stall. Target 86 kt |
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| 100 % |
Target 50 ft agl |
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| 100 % |
Landing and flare profile |
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| 100 % |
Heading variation 0.0 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.0 ° |
0.0 | 0.0 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.8 ° 0.0 ° min to max 1.6 ° |
1.4 | 0.7 ° | |
| 91.14 % |
Average g force 0.23 g 0.19 g min to max 0.26 g |
0.26 | 0.19 g | |
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Average speed 56 kt 51 kt min to max 59 kt |
59 | 51 kt | |
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Average VSI -116 fpm -354 fpm min to max 5 fpm |
-354 | 5 fpm | |
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Average altitude 13 ft agl 7 ft agl min to max 28 ft agl |
28 | 7 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle 4.6 ° 1.7 ° min to max 7.0 ° |
1.7 | 7.0 ° |
Touchdown distance was good at 307 m. Touchdown speed at 51 kt was good. Touchdown rate was perfect at 5 fpm. Runway touchdown alignment was perfect. Local weather - Temperature 15 °C. Wind 1 kt at 270 °. Crosswind: 1 kt Tailwind: 1 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Touchdown VSI was 5 fpm. |
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| 100 % |
Touchdown distance was 307 m Target 457 m |
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| 100 % |
Speed at touchdown 51 kt Target below 84 kt |
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Runway alignment max 1.56 m 0.55 m left |
1.26 | -0.30 m | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.5 ° 0.0 ° min to max 1.3 ° |
0.7 | 0.6 ° | |
| 90.57 % |
Average g force 0.18 g 0.17 g min to max 0.19 g |
0.19 | 0.17 g | |
| 60 % |
Landing Bounce |
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Average speed 49 kt 48 kt min to max 51 kt |
51 | 48 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 7.1 ° 5.5 ° min to max 8.2 ° |
7.0 | 6.7 ° |
The Boeing C17 aircraft has successfully landed at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, achieving a high score of 93.7%. The final approach to runway 12 was conducted from the north-west, with a heading of 121.0° at an altitude of 184 feet above ground level (agl) and 0 nautical miles from the runway.
The aircraft's performance during the landing was impressive, with a good threshold height and a threshold speed of 59 knots, which was well below the target speed. This indicates that the pilot was able to maintain control and avoid stalling the aircraft, which is a critical aspect of safe landing procedures.
The touchdown distance of 307 meters was also good, indicating that the pilot was able to maintain a steady and controlled descent. The touchdown speed of 51 knots was equally impressive, as it was within the acceptable range for a safe landing. Furthermore, the touchdown rate of 5 feet per minute (fpm) was perfect, demonstrating the pilot's ability to control the aircraft's descent and maintain a stable approach.
The runway touchdown alignment was also perfect, indicating that the pilot was able to maintain a steady and controlled approach to the runway. The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a wind speed of 1 knot from 270°. The crosswind and tailwind components were both minimal, at 1 knot, which further contributed to the smooth and controlled nature of the landing.
Overall, the Boeing C17 aircraft's landing at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport was a textbook example of safe and controlled flight procedures, with the pilot demonstrating exceptional skill and expertise in navigating the aircraft to a safe and successful touchdown.
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