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Maintain the centreline
A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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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 2,043 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 254 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A321 began with a 10-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway, covering 2 nm. The departure roll took place on runway 25 at LICJ Falcone–Borsellino Airport, with a takeoff distance of 2,052 m, representing 68% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 168 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 15°C, with a wind of 6 knots coming from 169°. There was a crosswind of 6 knots and a headwind of 1 knot.
The enroute climb started 1 mile northwest of Terrasini, Sicilia, Italy. The aircraft climbed from 1,025 ft above sea level to 17,672 ft, covering a distance of 26 nm in 8 minutes. The enroute level cruise began 6 miles south of Ustica, Sicilia, lasting 16 minutes and covering 115 nm.
The enroute descent started 11 miles south of Capri, Campania, Italy. The aircraft descended from 17,780 ft to 11,104 ft, covering 36 nm in 6 minutes. Another enroute level cruise started overhead Pago del Vallo di Lauro, Campania, lasting 2 minutes and covering 9 nm. The second descent began overhead Altavilla Irpina, Campania, descending from 11,001 ft to 1,645 ft, covering 19 nm in 10 minutes.
The final approach to runway 24 at LIRN Naples International Airport came from the northeast at a heading of 238.0°, at a distance of 4 nm and an altitude of 1,335 ft above ground level. The landing on runway 24 was successful, with a touchdown distance of 256 m and a touchdown speed of 145 knots. The touchdown rate was heavy at -689 ft/m. The total landing distance was 1,143 m, representing 56% of the runway.
After landing, a 4-minute taxi from the runway to the parking area covered less than 1 nm. The total flight distance was 214 nm, with a total flight time of 63 minutes. The flight used 3,225 kg of fuel. The local weather at the time of landing was 9°C, with a wind of 5 knots coming from 19°. There was a crosswind of 3 knots and a tailwind of 4 knots. Overall, the flight was successful, with minor deviations in touchdown speed and rate.
First, congratulations on achieving a high aircraft landing score of 94.9%! This is a testament to the skill and expertise of the pilot. Let's take a closer look at the different phases of the landing to provide a detailed analysis.
During the Approach Phase, where the aircraft descends towards the runway, it is great to see that there was excellent glideslope alignment. This indicates that the pilot was able to maintain the correct angle and path towards the runway, which is crucial for a safe landing. Additionally, the threshold speed of 146 knots was within the acceptable range, showing good control over the aircraft's speed during the approach.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is worth noting that the threshold height was good, indicating that the aircraft was at the correct altitude when approaching the runway. However, the landing flare was identified as very poor. The landing flare is the crucial moment when the pilot increases the pitch angle to slow down the descent rate just before touchdown. It is important to work on improving this aspect to ensure smoother landings in the future.
In the Touchdown Phase, the touchdown rate was recorded as heavy at -689 ft/m. While a firm landing is sometimes necessary, it is essential to ensure that it is within acceptable limits to prevent unnecessary stress on the aircraft structure. Additionally, the touchdown speed of 145 knots was slightly fast, which can lead to longer landing distances and potentially overshooting the runway. On a positive note, the touchdown distance of 256 meters was good, indicating that the aircraft landed within a reasonable distance from the threshold. Furthermore, the runway touchdown alignment was perfect, demonstrating precision in the landing approach.
One area of concern is that the aircraft landed with a 4-knot tailwind. It is generally recommended to land with a headwind, as a tailwind can affect the aircraft's speed and performance during landing. It is important to be mindful of wind conditions and adjust the approach accordingly to ensure a safer landing.
Overall, while there were some areas for improvement such as the landing flare and touchdown speed, the high landing score reflects a commendable performance by the pilot. By focusing on refining these aspects and maintaining awareness of external factors like wind conditions, the pilot can continue to enhance their skills and achieve even smoother and safer landings in the future. Keep up the good work, and remember that continuous learning and practice are key to mastering the art of aircraft landings.
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