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MY FS FLIGHTS
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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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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 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 7,006 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 983 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the PA28 Arrow III began with a 10-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at KEGE Eagle County Regional Airport. Departure was from runway 25, with a takeoff distance of 1,296 ft which was 16% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was 81 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 28°F with a 4-knot wind coming from 110°, resulting in a 2-knot crosswind and a 4-knot tailwind.
The enroute climb began over Gypsum, Colorado, climbing from 7,440 ft above sea level to 11,912 ft, a total increase of 4,471 ft. This climb took 5 minutes and covered a distance of 9 nm. The subsequent level cruise phase commenced 6 miles south of CO47 Goldys Field in Gypsum and lasted 4 minutes, covering 9 nm.
The descent phase started 4 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, descending from 10,997 ft asl to 9,103 ft asl, a decrease of 1,894 ft over 3 minutes and 5 nm. The final approach to runway 15 at KASE Aspen-Pitkin County Airport came from the north at a heading of 160.0°, starting 4 nm out and 1,412 ft above ground level.
The landing on runway 15 occurred at KASE Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, which has a runway length of 7,006 ft. The touchdown speed was slightly fast at 66 knots, with a slightly high threshold speed of 75 knots. The touchdown distance was good at 980 ft, and the touchdown rate was perfect at 61 ft/m. The total landing distance utilized 1,723 ft, which equates to 25% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was deemed perfect.
Finally, taxiing from the runway back to the parking area took 2 minutes to cover less than 1 nm. The total flight distance covered was 28 nm over a duration of 20 minutes, consuming 12 lbs of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving a remarkable aircraft landing score of 99.8%! This outstanding performance reflects the precision and skill exhibited throughout each phase of the landing process.
In the Approach Phase, the excellent glideslope alignment indicates a high level of proficiency in maintaining the correct descent angle towards the runway. Additionally, slightly exceeding the target threshold speed of 75 knots suggests a proactive approach to ensuring a smooth touchdown.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, the good threshold height demonstrates a thorough understanding of altitude control, while executing a perfect landing flare showcases exceptional finesse in the transition from descent to touchdown. These aspects are crucial in minimizing the risk of a hard landing and enhancing passenger comfort.
During the Touchdown Phase, the perfect touchdown rate of 61 ft/min is a testament to your precise control inputs and judgment of vertical speed. Although the touchdown speed of 66 knots was slightly faster than ideal, the overall touchdown distance of 980 feet indicates effective management of aircraft control and deceleration. Furthermore, achieving perfect runway touchdown alignment showcases your ability to maintain the desired trajectory throughout the landing process.
As you reflect on this impressive performance, consider the opportunity to fine-tune touchdown speed to further optimize landing outcomes. By focusing on subtle adjustments in speed control, you can strive for even greater consistency in future landings. Your attention to detail and dedication to continuous improvement are commendable traits that will undoubtedly contribute to further success in your aviation endeavors.
Keep up the exceptional work and continue to push the boundaries of excellence in aircraft operations. Your commitment to excellence is evident in this outstanding landing score, and I have no doubt that your future endeavors will be met with continued success and achievement. Well done!
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