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Improve the pattern downwind leg
Spacing cues are relative to your eyepoint, so two simmers with different FOV settings following the same wingtip cue fly patterns half a mile different in width, and a wide FOV compresses depth so the runway on base looks further away than it is, biasing you towards a late turn. Pick a camera position and FOV, save it, and never change it, because every judgement you calibrate is calibrated to that picture.
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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 41 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 112 meters, which was 10% of the runway's length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 60 knots, marking the start of the climb.
As the aircraft entered the local area, the pilot encountered a relatively calm atmosphere, with a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a gentle wind blowing at 1 knot from a direction of 270 degrees. This resulted in a negligible crosswind and a slight headwind, which would have a minimal impact on the flight.
The pilot then initiated a left-hand pattern entry from runway 28, navigating the aircraft through a series of turns and legs. The entry into the pattern was swift, with the aircraft covering less than 1 nautical mile in just 16 seconds. The subsequent crosswind turn was also completed efficiently, taking 25 seconds to cover a similar distance.
As the aircraft progressed through the pattern, the pilot executed a downwind turn, followed by a downwind leg, which took 59 seconds to complete and covered a distance of 2 nautical miles. The base leg turn was then initiated, with the aircraft turning at an angle of 57.4 degrees to the runway. The base leg itself was short, taking just 41 seconds to cover less than 1 nautical mile.
The final turn into the runway was completed in 34 seconds, and the aircraft began its final approach to runway 28. The pilot maintained a heading of 273.0 degrees and an altitude of 315 feet above ground level, with the runway threshold in sight.
The landing was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 36 knots. The touchdown distance was good, covering just 39 meters, and the touchdown rate was excellent, with a rate of -96 feet per minute. The runway touchdown alignment was also perfect, indicating a well-executed landing.
The flight was completed with a total distance of 5 nautical miles, taking approximately 4 minutes to cover. The aircraft used a relatively small amount of fuel, just 1 kilogram, during the flight.
The Cessna 152 aircraft successfully landed at N94 Carlisle, achieving a score of 94.7%. The final approach was conducted from the east, heading 273.0° at an altitude of 315 feet above ground level (agl) and 0 nautical miles from the runway. The aircraft was on a precise course for a smooth landing on runway 28, which has a length of 1,177 meters.
The pilot demonstrated excellent control during the approach, maintaining a good threshold height. The threshold speed of 39 knots was well below the target speed, indicating a cautious and controlled 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 39 meters was also satisfactory, indicating that the pilot had sufficient control to bring the aircraft to a stop within a reasonable distance. The touchdown speed of 36 knots was good, suggesting that the pilot had managed to slow the aircraft down effectively without compromising control. The touchdown rate of -96 feet per minute (fpm) was excellent, indicating a smooth and controlled descent.
The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, demonstrating the pilot's skill and attention to detail. The local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 1 knot at 270°. The crosswind was negligible, and the headwind was minimal, making the landing even more challenging and impressive.
Overall, the pilot's performance during the landing was exceptional, demonstrating a high level of skill and experience. The aircraft was handled with precision and control, and the landing was smooth and safe.
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