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Slow the descent speed
Below 10,000 ft you are typically limited to 250 kt indicated (a US rule that much of the world mirrors in some form, though not universally). This forces a deceleration around 10,000 ft whether the profile wants one or not, so plan for it rather than discovering it.
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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 2,499 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 303 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A320 began with a 7-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway, covering 3 nm. The departure roll took place on runway 35 at SCTE El Tepual Airport, with a takeoff distance of 4,741 ft, representing 54% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 161 kn. The local weather at the time indicated a temperature of 61 °F, with wind at 2 kn coming from 139°, resulting in a crosswind of 1 kn and a tailwind of 2 kn.
The enroute climb commenced 1 mile north of SCTE El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt, ascending from 1,316 ft to 31,066 ft, which was an increase of 29,750 ft over 18 minutes, covering 106 nm. The subsequent level cruise phase began 6 miles west of SCCW Chaiten Airport in Chaiten and lasted 9 minutes, covering 64 nm.
The descent phase started 14 miles northeast of Puyuhuapi in the Aysen region of Chile, descending from 30,987 ft to 4,572 ft, a total decrease of 26,414 ft over 18 minutes and covering 105 nm. Another brief level cruise segment took place 1 mile southwest of SCBA Balmaceda Airport in Balmaceda, lasting 5 minutes and covering 8 nm.
The landing was executed on runway 27 at SCBA Balmaceda Airport, with a runway length of 8,198 ft. The aircraft was at a height of 16 ft agl at the threshold, with a speed of 148 kn. The touchdown occurred 1,002 ft from the threshold at a speed of 149 kn, with a VSI of -652 ft/m. The local weather at the destination reported a temperature of 69 °F, with wind at 10 kn from 290°, resulting in a crosswind of 2 kn and a headwind of 10 kn. The total landing distance was 2,134 ft, which represented 26% of the runway length.
Finally, taxiing back to the parking area from the runway took 2 minutes, covering less than 1 nm. The total flight distance for the journey was 294 nm, lasting 70 minutes and consuming 5,612 lbs of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving a landing score of 91.0%! It's clear that you have a solid foundation in your piloting skills and are capable of executing a successful approach and landing. Let's dive into a more detailed analysis to further improve your performance in each phase of the landing process.
During the Approach Phase, it's commendable that you had excellent alignment with the glideslope. This indicates good control and precision in maintaining the correct descent path towards the runway. However, there was a slight deviation in speed, as it was slightly above the target. To improve in this area, focus on maintaining a more consistent airspeed throughout the approach, which will help ensure a smoother transition into the landing phase and reduce the chance of overshooting the runway.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, there were both positive and negative aspects. On the bright side, your threshold height was good, which demonstrates proper altitude management as you neared the runway. However, the landing flare was noted as very poor. The landing flare is crucial for a smooth touchdown, as it allows the aircraft to transition from descent to a gentle touchdown. Practice incorporating a more gradual flare before touchdown to achieve a smoother landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, there were several areas that could be improved upon. The touchdown rate was described as very heavy, indicating a firm landing impact. Additionally, the speed was above target, which can contribute to a harder touchdown. Focusing on reducing your descent rate and controlling your airspeed more precisely during this phase will help to achieve a softer and more controlled touchdown.
Moreover, the touchdown distance inside the touchdown zone and the runway touchdown position being 5.4 meters from the centerline suggest there was some deviation from the ideal landing zone. Aim to consistently touchdown within the designated zone and maintain proper alignment with the runway centerline to enhance overall landing accuracy.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment was noted as 8.2 meters from the centerline. Maintaining proper alignment during rollout is essential for safe taxiing and efficient runway exit. Practice correcting any deviations from the centerline to improve overall runway alignment during this phase of the landing process.
Overall, your landing performance shows a high level of competency, with areas identified for further improvement. By focusing on maintaining appropriate airspeed, executing a smooth landing flare, achieving a softer touchdown, and ensuring precise runway alignment, you can continue to enhance your landing skills and strive for even higher scores in the future. Keep up the excellent work and continued practice to refine your piloting abilities. Happy flying!
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