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Shorten the long landing
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.
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 2,526 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 292 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Boeing 737-800 started with a smooth 8-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at KCLT Charlotte/Douglas Intl. The departure roll on runway 05 covered 967 meters, which was 43% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was 150 knots. The local weather at the time of departure showed a temperature of 16°C with a 13-knot wind coming from 69°, resulting in a 5-knot crosswind and a 12-knot headwind.
The enroute climb began over KCLT Charlotte/Douglas Intl as the aircraft ascended from 1,768 feet above sea level to 3,977 feet, covering a distance of 5 nautical miles in just 1 minute. The next segment of level cruising started 3 miles north of Charlotte and lasted for 2 minutes, spanning 9 nautical miles.
A subsequent climb commenced 1 mile southeast of Lowesville, taking the aircraft from 4,019 feet to 36,319 feet in altitude over 20 minutes, covering a distance of 129 nautical miles. The following stretch of level cruising began 3 miles south of Bamberg and lasted for 133 minutes, covering 406 nautical miles.
The enroute descent phase began 1 mile north of West End in the Bahamas. The aircraft descended from 36,249 feet to 1,808 feet over 24 minutes, covering 126 nautical miles. The flight concluded with a smooth landing on runway 10 at MYNN Lynden Pindling Intl, where the runway length was 2,526 meters. The aircraft touched down at a speed of 129 knots, with a vertical speed indicator showing -225 feet per minute.
The total flight distance amounted to 681 nautical miles, with a flight time of 206 minutes. The journey consumed 4,822 kilograms of fuel. The touchdown occurred 292 meters from the threshold, with the aircraft at a height of 36 feet above ground level. The local weather at the destination showed a temperature of 0°C with calm wind conditions.
Congratulations on achieving an outstanding aircraft landing score of 98.6%! Let's break down the different phases of the landing to understand what went right and where there is room for improvement.
During the Approach Phase, it is noted that the glideslope alignment was excellent and the speed was slightly below target. This shows a high level of precision and control in maintaining the correct glide path leading up to the runway. Ensuring that the speed is consistent with the aircraft's approach angle is crucial for a smooth and safe landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is mentioned that the threshold height was good and the landing flare was executed perfectly. The threshold height is a critical factor in ensuring a smooth touchdown, and a well-executed landing flare helps reduce the descent rate and allows for a smoother touchdown. These aspects are key to achieving a successful landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, the touchdown rate was fair, and the speed was on target. It is important to aim for a gentle touchdown to minimize stress on the landing gear and ensure a comfortable experience for passengers. The fact that the speed was on target shows good control over the aircraft's descent. Additionally, landing within the touchdown zone and 6.0 meters from the centerline demonstrates good precision in landing accuracy.
Overall, your performance during this landing was exceptional, with strong execution in key areas such as glideslope alignment, approach speed, threshold height, landing flare, and touchdown accuracy. By maintaining this level of skill and attention to detail, you are setting a high standard for future landings. Keep up the excellent work, continue to refine your technique, and strive for continuous improvement in all aspects of aircraft operation. Well done!
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