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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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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 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,557 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 241 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A319 began with a 5-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at LSZH Zürich Airport. The departure roll took place on runway 28, with a takeoff distance of 1,124 meters, covering 45% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 152 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 12°C, with a wind of 1 knot at 140°, resulting in a crosswind of 1 knot and a tailwind of 1 knot.
The enroute climb started overhead Rumlang in Kanton Zurich, Switzerland. The aircraft climbed from 2,391 feet above sea level to 34,730 feet above sea level, an increase of 32,339 feet in 18 minutes, covering a distance of 87 nautical miles. The enroute level cruise began 2 miles southwest of Berwang in Tirol, Austria, lasting 71 minutes and covering 486 nautical miles.
The enroute descent commenced 14 miles southwest of Plav in Opstina Plav, Montenegro. The descent took the aircraft from 35,319 feet above sea level to 4,059 feet above sea level, a decrease of 31,260 feet in 21 minutes, covering a distance of 89 nautical miles.
The flight concluded with a landing on runway 01 at LWOH Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport, with a runway length of 2,557 meters. The height at the threshold was 25 feet above ground level, with a speed of 130 knots. The touchdown occurred 241 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 128 knots and a vertical speed indicator reading of -329 feet per minute. The local weather at the time of landing was 19°C, with a wind of 4 knots at 339°, resulting in a crosswind of 3 knots and a headwind of 3 knots. The total landing distance was 1,303 meters, equivalent to 51% of the runway.
Finally, the aircraft taxied from the runway to the parking area in 2 minutes, covering less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 671 nautical miles, with a flight duration of 140 minutes and fuel consumption of 4,497 kilograms.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving a fantastic aircraft landing score of 98.8%! This is a testament to your skill and precision as a pilot. Let's delve into the detailed analysis of each phase of the landing process to further understand why your performance was truly exceptional.
Starting with the Approach Phase, it is clear that your glideslope alignment was excellent. Maintaining the proper glideslope is crucial in ensuring a smooth and controlled descent towards the runway. By achieving excellent alignment in this phase, you set a strong foundation for the rest of the landing process.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, your performance was equally impressive. A good threshold height indicates that you initiated the landing sequence at the right moment, allowing for a safe and timely touchdown. Additionally, executing a very good landing flare demonstrates your ability to smoothly transition from descent to a gentle touchdown on the runway.
In the Touchdown Phase, your hard touchdown rate suggests a firm but controlled landing, which can be indicative of adverse weather conditions or a shorter runway. However, the fact that your speed was on target and you landed within the touchdown zone showcases your ability to maintain precision and accuracy during the critical moment of touchdown. Additionally, achieving a very good runway touchdown position further demonstrates your proficiency in landing techniques.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, maintaining very good runway alignment is essential for a smooth and stable roll after touchdown. By successfully aligning the aircraft with the runway during this phase, you ensured a safe and efficient rollout to bring the aircraft to a complete stop.
Overall, your performance throughout each phase of the landing process was commendable. Your attention to detail, precision in execution, and ability to maintain control in varying conditions contributed to your impressive landing score. Keep up the great work, and continue honing your skills to strive for even higher levels of proficiency in future flights.
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