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Departure
Level the wings with coordinated aileron to hold bank angle near zero during the initial climb, starting from 2.1°.
What happened: Bank angle was elevated during the initial climb and excess bank usually persists into the second climb segment.
Watch for: Attitude indicator, wings level with bank angle near zero degrees.
Arrival
Fly the flare as one continuous check of the sink rate from 22 ft, holding back pressure steadily rather than adjusting pitch piecemeal.
What happened: The flare drifted away from its intended profile rather than tracking it smoothly from 22 ft down to touchdown.
Watch for: Watch radio altitude and VSI through the flare, aiming to arrest the sink smoothly from 22 ft to touchdown.
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.
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.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,737 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 690 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 21 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, where the Beechcraft A36 Bonanza took off into the sky. The aircraft required a takeoff distance of 1,301 meters, which was 71% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 77 knots, marking the start of the aircraft's ascent.
As the aircraft climbed, it began its enroute climb 1 mile east of Prestwick, Scotland. The climb started from an altitude of 214 feet above sea level and gradually increased to 163 feet, a rise of 51 feet in just 1 minute. During this time, the aircraft covered a distance of 2 nautical miles. The climb was a smooth and efficient process, showcasing the capabilities of the Beechcraft A36 Bonanza.
As the aircraft approached its destination, it began its final approach to runway 30 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport. The approach was made from the south-east, with the aircraft heading 300.0 degrees at an altitude of 110 feet above ground level. The aircraft was at a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway, preparing for its landing.
The landing itself was a successful one, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 66 knots. The touchdown point was 254 meters beyond the touchdown zone, but the aircraft's alignment with the runway was perfect. The touchdown rate was smooth, at -100 feet per minute, indicating a controlled and gentle descent. The aircraft's performance during the landing was impressive, with the threshold height and speed being slightly above target.
The flight was a short one, covering a total distance of 3 nautical miles in just 2 minutes. Notably, the aircraft used no fuel during the flight, highlighting its efficiency and performance. The local weather conditions remained consistent throughout the flight, with a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot at 269 degrees. The crosswind and headwind were both 1 knot, indicating a relatively calm and stable environment.
The Beechcraft A36 Bonanza successfully landed at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, achieving a high score of 95.3%. The aircraft approached the runway from the south east, heading 300.0° at 0 nm and 110 ft above ground level (agl). This indicates a precise and controlled descent, with the pilot maintaining a steady heading and altitude.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on runway 30, which has a length of 2,737 meters. The threshold height at 58 ft agl was slightly above the target, suggesting a minor deviation from the ideal approach path. However, the threshold speed of 89 kt was significantly above the target, indicating a high level of control and precision from the pilot.
The touchdown point was located 254 meters beyond the touchdown zone, which is a relatively minor deviation. The touchdown speed of 66 kt was within the acceptable range, and the touchdown rate of -100 fpm was smooth, indicating a controlled and gentle touchdown. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, demonstrating the pilot's ability to maintain a stable and aligned approach.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 16°C and a wind speed of 1 kt from 269°. This resulted in a negligible crosswind and headwind, making the landing even more challenging and impressive. Overall, the pilot's performance was exceptional, and the landing was executed with precision and control.
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