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Departure
Use smoother, smaller aileron inputs to keep the wings level and hold bank angle near wings-level during the climb.
What happened: During the climb, bank angle rose to 3.7°, more roll than the climb out called for.
Watch for: Attitude indicator: wings level during the climb
Arrival
Hold the aim point and wait for the speed to bleed before raising the nose, starting the flare within the normal band instead of 72 ft.
What happened: The flare began at 72 ft, 27 ft earlier than the normal band.
Watch for: Radio altimeter: start the flare within the normal flare band
See Arrival Landing
A good takeoff has a defined shape. It also has a defined end. For an airliner that's thrust reduction and acceleration, commonly somewhere around 1,000 to 1,500 ft above the airfield depending on the operator, while for a light aircraft it's established at Vy with the flaps on schedule. Most simmers have no defined end to their takeoff, which is exactly why it never gets judged.
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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.
At the 500 ft gate: speed below the reference speed.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 8,690 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,054 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with the Airbus A320 taxiing from the parking area to the runway at Greenville Spartanburg International Airport, taking 17 minutes and covering a distance of 2 nautical miles. The departure roll took place on runway 04, with the aircraft lifting off at a speed of 155 knots. The local weather conditions at the time of departure were characterized by a temperature of 47°F, with a wind speed of 3 knots at 47°.
As the aircraft climbed away from the airport, it began its enroute climb, which started overhead the airport. The climb took the aircraft from an altitude of 1,336 feet above sea level to 14,994 feet above sea level, an increase of 13,658 feet in just 10 minutes, covering a distance of 28 nautical miles. The climb was a smooth and efficient one, with the aircraft reaching its cruising altitude quickly.
The enroute descent phase of the flight began 6 miles northeast of the Carolina Cow Country Airport, where the aircraft started its descent from 14,995 feet above sea level to 14,360 feet above sea level, a decrease of 635 feet in just 2 minutes, covering a distance of 9 nautical miles. This was followed by a brief level cruise phase, which lasted for 2 minutes and covered a distance of 6 nautical miles.
The aircraft then began another descent phase, this time from 14,059 feet above sea level to 9,002 feet above sea level, a decrease of 5,058 feet in 7 minutes, covering a distance of 22 nautical miles. This was followed by another level cruise phase, which lasted for 13 minutes and covered a distance of 6 nautical miles.
The final descent phase of the flight began 5 miles north of Richburg, where the aircraft descended from 8,517 feet above sea level to 1,919 feet above sea level, a decrease of 6,598 feet in 12 minutes, covering a distance of 20 nautical miles. The aircraft then began its final approach to runway 36R at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, flying from the south and heading 356.0° at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,184 feet above ground level.
The landing on runway 36R was a smooth one, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 132 knots and a touchdown rate of -7 feet per minute. The touchdown distance was 1,055 feet, which was 34% of the runway length. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, and the runway rollout alignment was perfect. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 46°F, with a wind speed of 2 knots at 87°.
After landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, taking 6 minutes and covering a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 99 nautical miles, and the flight took 48 minutes to complete. The aircraft used 2,700 pounds of fuel during the flight.
The Airbus A320 successfully landed at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (KCLT) on runway 36R, showcasing exceptional piloting skills and adherence to standard operating procedures. The aircraft approached the runway from the south, heading 356.0° at a distance of 4 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,184 feet above ground level (agl).
Upon final approach, the pilots demonstrated precise control, achieving a threshold height that met the required standards. The threshold speed of 136 knots was also well within the acceptable range, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The touchdown distance of 1,055 feet was also satisfactory, and the touchdown speed of 132 knots was within the recommended limits.
One of the most impressive aspects of this landing was the touchdown rate, which was a perfect -7 feet per minute (fpm). This indicates that the aircraft touched down with minimal impact, reducing the risk of damage to the aircraft and minimizing the stress on the landing gear. The runway touchdown alignment was also very good, suggesting that the pilots had maintained a stable and controlled approach.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 46°F and a wind speed of 2 knots from 87°. This resulted in a negligible crosswind component of 2 knots, and a headwind of 0 knots. The total landing distance of 2,987 feet was 34% of the runway length, which is a relatively short distance considering the aircraft's size and weight.
The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, indicating that the pilots had maintained control of the aircraft during the rollout phase, ensuring a safe and stable taxiing process. Overall, this landing was a testament to the skills and expertise of the pilots, as well as the capabilities of the Airbus A320 aircraft.
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