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Shorten the long landing
Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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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.
Side view — the last 2,276 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 2,276 m of the 2,993 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 1,031 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight on the iFly 737-Max8 operated by Ryanair Malta Air with registration 9H-VUU started with a 10-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (LHBP). The departure was from runway 13L with a takeoff distance of 1,462 meters, covering 40% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 171 knots, with a local temperature of 12°C and wind of 8 knots at 100° resulting in a crosswind of 4 knots and a headwind of 7 knots.
The enroute climb started 1 mile north of Vecses, Hungary, climbing from 1,480 feet above sea level (asl) to 23,372 ft asl in 11 minutes, covering 43 nautical miles. The level cruise started 1 mile east of Akaszto, Hungary, and lasted 7 minutes, covering 47 nm.
The descending phase started 5 miles east of Subotica, Serbia, descending from 22,697 ft asl to 7,014 ft asl in 11 minutes, covering 54 nm. Another level cruise segment started over Krcedin, Serbia, lasting 2 minutes and covering 7 nm.
The subsequent descent began 2 miles northwest of Jarkovci, Serbia, descending from 6,451 ft asl to 3,920 ft asl in 2 minutes, covering 7 nm. The next segment of level cruise started 1 mile northeast of Vrdnik, Serbia, lasting 7 minutes and covering 16 nm.
The final descent began 2 miles north of Simanovci, Serbia, descending from 3,929 ft asl to 2,031 ft asl in 3 minutes, covering 6 nm. The landing was on runway 12 at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (LYBE) with a runway length of 2,993 meters. The touchdown occurred 776 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 133 knots and a Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) reading of -202 ft/m.
The total landing distance was 1,938 meters, which accounted for 65% of the runway. The weather at Belgrade showed a temperature of 14°C and wind of 11 knots at 109°, resulting in a crosswind of 2 knots and a headwind of 11 knots.
After landing, there was a 6-minute taxi from the runway to the parking area, covering 1 nm. The total flight distance was 191 nm, and the flight took 118 minutes, consuming 2,352 kg of fuel.
While the aircraft landing score of 62.5% may seem discouraging at first glance, it is important to recognize the specific areas that need improvement in order to achieve a higher score in future landings.
Firstly, the Approach Phase exhibited poor descent path above the glideslope limit, indicating that the aircraft descended at a rate that was too steep. This can result in a less controlled and stable approach to landing. Additionally, the poor heading alignment during this phase suggests that the aircraft was not properly aligned with the runway, further complicating the landing process.
During the Landing Phase, the threshold height being well above the target height is concerning as it could potentially lead to a harder and less controlled landing. The very poor landing flare implies that the pilot did not properly adjust the aircraft's pitch angle during the final moments before touchdown, which is crucial for a smooth and safe landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, the touchdown rate being fair suggests that there was some level of control during the actual touchdown. However, the excessively high speed and touchdown point being significantly beyond the designated touchdown zone indicate that adjustments need to be made in order to land within the appropriate parameters.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment being 194.0 meters from the centerline highlights the importance of maintaining proper alignment with the runway throughout the landing process to ensure a safe and accurate landing.
In conclusion, while the landing score may not have been ideal, it serves as a valuable learning opportunity to identify areas for improvement in future landings. By addressing the specific issues identified in each phase of the landing process, the pilot can work towards achieving a higher score and ultimately enhance their overall landing proficiency. With practice, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement, successful landings can be achieved consistently.
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