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There are several things that can go wrong during the flare, carrying too much speed over the threshold, starting the flare at the wrong height and inconsistent flight control inputs, all contribute to a poor flare resulting in a hard touchdown or a float down the runway.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 5,700 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,369 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Taxiing from the parking area to the runway at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport took approximately 6 minutes, covering a distance of 1 nautical mile. The Boeing 737-800 then began its departure roll on runway 25R, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 151 knots. The takeoff distance of 5,787 feet was 56% of the runway length, with a local temperature of 102°F and a headwind of 1 knot.
As the aircraft climbed to its enroute altitude, it began to ascend from 2,107 feet above sea level to 37,995 feet, an increase of 35,888 feet in 20 minutes, covering a distance of 130 nautical miles. The climb started approximately 1 mile southeast of Central City, Arizona, and continued until it reached the enroute level cruise altitude 4 miles southwest of Aha Quin Airport, Blythe, California. The cruise phase lasted for 3 minutes, during which the aircraft covered 24 nautical miles. Subsequently, the aircraft began its descent from 37,610 feet to 1,303 feet, a decrease of 36,307 feet in 27 minutes, covering a distance of 142 nautical miles.
The final approach to runway 20R at John Wayne Orange County International Airport was initiated from the northeast, with a heading of 208.0° at 4 nautical miles and 1,235 feet above ground level. The landing was executed with a threshold speed of 137 knots, a touchdown speed of 130 knots, and a touchdown distance of 1,375 feet, which was 54% of the runway length. The touchdown rate was fair at -210 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect. Following the landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area in 5 minutes, covering less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 304 nautical miles, with a total flight time of 63 minutes and a fuel consumption of 5,618 pounds.
The Boeing 737-800 touched down smoothly on runway 20R at KSNA John Wayne Orange County International Airport, showcasing exceptional approach quality. The aircraft descended from 1,235 feet above ground level (agl) at 4 nautical miles from the threshold, maintaining a steady heading of 208.0°. The good threshold height and speed of 137 knots at touchdown indicated a well-executed approach.
The touchdown characteristics were also noteworthy, with a speed of 130 knots and a distance of 1,375 feet. Although the touchdown rate of -210 feet per minute was slightly below average, it did not compromise the overall performance. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, a testament to the pilot's skill and attention to detail. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 66°F and a gentle headwind of 3 knots, contributed to a stable and predictable approach.
The rollout phase was equally impressive, with the aircraft maintaining perfect centerline alignment. The total landing distance of 3,050 feet, accounting for 54% of the runway length, was well within the acceptable range. The pilot's ability to control the aircraft's speed and direction during the rollout phase ensured a safe and efficient stop. Overall, the landing was deemed a success, earning a score of 99.8%.
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