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Improve the pattern downwind leg
The 45-degrees-behind-the-wing cue assumes you can turn your head and use peripheral vision. Downwind spacing cues like "put the wingtip halfway up the strut" assume a fixed, known eyepoint. Neither survives a monitor unmodified. If you fly on a fixed monitor, stop pretending and fly a numbers-based circuit.
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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 for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,177 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,177 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 88 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 28 at N94 Carlisle, a small airfield. The Cessna 152 aircraft accelerated down the runway, covering a distance of 163 meters, which accounted for 14% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 60 knots, marking the start of the flight.
As the aircraft took to the skies, it encountered a local weather condition of 15°C temperature and a gentle wind of 1 knot from the northwest. The crosswind component was negligible, while the headwind component was also minimal at 1 knot. The pilot then entered a left-hand pattern, navigating the aircraft around the airfield in a counterclockwise direction. The entry into the pattern was swift, with the aircraft covering less than 1 nautical mile in just 14 seconds.
As the aircraft continued its pattern, it encountered a crosswind component from the runway 28, which it navigated with ease. The distance covered during this maneuver was less than 1 nautical mile in 26 seconds. The pilot then initiated a downwind turn, steering the aircraft towards the runway while maintaining a safe distance of 2 nautical miles. The angle of the turn was 45 degrees, with the aircraft heading towards the runway at 139.0 degrees.
The final approach to the runway was made from the east, with the aircraft heading at 273.0 degrees and maintaining an altitude of 391 feet above ground level. The pilot then began the descent, aiming to touch down on the runway at a safe speed. The landing was successful, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a distance of 84 meters. The touchdown speed was a respectable 38 knots, while the touchdown rate was an excellent -60 feet per minute.
The pilot's skill and attention to detail were evident throughout the flight, as the aircraft performed well in the local weather conditions. The total flight distance was 4 nautical miles, which was covered in just 5 minutes. The aircraft used a relatively small amount of fuel, with a consumption of 1 kilogram. Overall, the flight was a testament to the pilot's expertise and the Cessna 152's capabilities.
The Cessna 152 aircraft successfully landed at N94 Carlisle, achieving a score of 94.3%. The final approach was conducted from the east, heading 273.0° at 1 nautical mile and 391 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft was on a steady course for a smooth landing on runway 28, which has a length of 1,177 meters.
The pilot demonstrated good control and judgment in managing the aircraft's speed and altitude during the approach. The threshold height was well maintained, and the threshold speed of 46 knots was below the target, indicating a cautious approach to avoid stalling the aircraft. This is a critical aspect of safe landing procedures, as stalling can lead to loss of control and potentially catastrophic consequences.
The touchdown distance of 84 meters was within acceptable limits, and the touchdown speed of 38 knots was also satisfactory. The most impressive aspect of the landing was the excellent touchdown rate of -60 feet per minute (fpm), which indicates a smooth and controlled descent. This is a testament to the pilot's skill and experience in navigating the aircraft during the final stages of the approach.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 1 knot from 270°. The crosswind component was negligible, and the headwind of 1 knot helped to stabilize the aircraft's approach. Overall, the landing was executed with precision and control, and the pilot's attention to detail and adherence to safe flying practices resulted in a successful and safe touchdown.
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