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Hold the approach aim point and let the aircraft settle onto 457 m instead of holding it off in the flare.
What happened: Touchdown point came 72 m past the target, landing at 529 m against the 457 m aim point, with threshold speed and the flare both within limits.
Watch for: Touchdown distance marker: 457 m from the threshold.
Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with seven checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway. They are the approach's score: the checks passed out of the checks that ran.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,562 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,562 m of the 3,421 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 529 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing Ondangwa Airport, Namibia, the Boeing 737-600 began its journey with a smooth taxiing process, taking just 3 minutes to reach the runway. With a gentle departure roll from runway 08, the aircraft lifted off at a speed of 136 kt, utilizing 64% of the available runway length. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 21 °C and a gentle headwind of 4 kt.
As the aircraft climbed out of Ondangwa, it began its enroute climb, reaching an altitude of 40,002 ft in just 30 minutes, covering a distance of 186 nm. The climb was a testament to the aircraft's efficient performance, with a significant increase in altitude. The enroute level cruise phase followed, lasting 156 minutes and covering a distance of 1,073 nm. The aircraft then began its descent, reducing altitude from 39,780 ft to 5,828 ft in just 16 minutes, covering 105 nm. The final descent phase took place over Yaoundé, Cameroon, with the aircraft touching down on runway 19 at FKYS Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport.
The landing was executed smoothly, with a touchdown speed of 124 kt and a touchdown rate of -140 fpm. The runway touchdown alignment was excellent, and the runway rollout alignment was perfect. The total landing distance was 1,472 m, utilizing just 43% of the available runway length. The aircraft then taxied to the parking area, taking just 1 minute to cover the short distance. The total flight distance was 1,384 nm, with a total flight time of 212 minutes and a fuel consumption of 7,570 kg. The flight was a testament to the aircraft's efficiency and the crew's skillful handling.
The Boeing 737-600 touched down on runway 19 at FKYS Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport with a smooth touchdown rate of -140 fpm, indicating a well-executed landing. The threshold speed of 127 kt was within acceptable limits, demonstrating good control and management of the aircraft's descent. However, the touchdown speed of 124 kt was slightly above the optimal range, which may have contributed to a slightly longer landing distance.
The approach quality was excellent, with a good threshold height and a very good runway touchdown alignment. The aircraft maintained its centerline alignment throughout the rollout phase, showcasing precise control and coordination from the flight crew. The landing distance of 1,472 m, which accounted for 43% of the runway length, was within acceptable limits, considering the aircraft's weight and the prevailing wind conditions. The local weather, with a temperature of 32 °C and a light wind of 1 kt at 359 °, did not pose any significant challenges to the landing.
The overall performance of the flight crew was commendable, with a final approach score of 99.2%. This high score reflects the crew's ability to manage the aircraft's descent and touchdown with precision and control. The landing was characterized by a smooth touchdown rate, good threshold speed, and perfect runway rollout alignment, all of which contributed to a safe and efficient landing.
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