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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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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 1,983 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,983 m of the 3,728 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 1,326 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Boeing 737-900 began with a 3-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at HEMA Marsa Alam Intl. The departure roll on runway 33 covered less than 1 nm, with the takeoff distance being 1,649 m, representing 51% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 169 knots.
During the enroute climb, which started 2 miles northwest of HEMA Marsa Alam Intl, the aircraft climbed from 1,249 ft above sea level to 14,477 ft, covering a distance of 36 nm in 7 minutes. The local weather at the time indicated a temperature of 30°C with a wind speed of 6 knots at 353°, resulting in crosswind and headwind components of 3 knots and 6 knots respectively.
The enroute level cruise phase commenced 7 miles northeast of Al Qusayr and lasted 4 minutes, covering 30 nm. Subsequently, the enroute descent began 15 miles east of Safaga, with the aircraft descending from 14,455 ft to 2,267 ft over a span of 9 minutes, covering 26 nm.
Another segment of enroute level cruise started 2 miles southwest of Makadi Bay and lasted 2 minutes, covering 6 nm. The landing occurred on runway 34R at HEGN Hurghada Intl, with the aircraft touching down 1,162 m from the threshold at a speed of 145 knots, with a vertical speed indicator reading of -288 ft/m.
The total landing distance on the 3,728 m runway was 1,760 m, representing 47% of the runway. The taxi from the runway to the parking area took 4 minutes. The total flight distance covered was 109 nm within a total flight time of 39 minutes, consuming 1,967 kg of fuel. The local weather at Hurghada Intl recorded temperatures of 30°C with a wind speed of 12 knots at 319°, resulting in crosswind and headwind components of 5 knots and 11 knots respectively.
Firstly, let me start by acknowledging your efforts in the cockpit during this particular landing. It's clear that there are areas we can focus on to work towards improvement in your technique.
During the Approach Phase, it's important to ensure that the descent path is within the glideslope limit. This can be achieved by closely monitoring your altitude and adjusting as necessary to stay on course. Additionally, paying attention to your speed is crucial to maintain a safe and controlled approach.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, the threshold height being significantly above target is something we can address through better coordination and preparation for the touchdown. It's also necessary to improve the landing flare and bank angle stability to ensure a smoother and more controlled landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, the firm touchdown rate and overshooting of the touchdown point indicate a need for better coordination in timing and control during this critical phase of the landing. Focusing on maintaining the correct speed and touchdown point will help in achieving a more precise and safer landing.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment being off-center from the centerline suggests the need for better directional control post-landing. This can be improved through practice and fine-tuning of your handling skills.
Overall, it's clear that there are areas for improvement in various phases of the landing process. By focusing on precision, coordination, and control, you can work towards achieving a higher landing score in future flights. Remember, every landing is a learning opportunity, and with dedication and practice, you can continue to refine your skills as a pilot. Keep up the good work and keep striving for excellence in your performance.
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