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Avoid steep turns at low altitude
Below a thousand feet the aeroplane is slow, heavy and close to the ground. A steep turn loses lift, raises the stall speed and flattens the climb just when the gradient matters most. A normal turn on course is a rate one — fifteen degrees or so, twenty-five at the outside, this penalty is to acknowledge when a turn has stopped being a turn and become a manoeuvre.
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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 152 m above the runway. The 305 m 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 2,300 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 416 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A320 began with a 4-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at PADQ Kodiak Airport. The average speed during taxiing was 10 knots. The departure roll from runway 08 at PADQ Kodiak Airport covered 68% of the runway, with a takeoff distance of 1,310 meters. The liftoff speed was 157 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was -3°C with no wind.
The climb after departure included reaching various altitudes, starting from 15.2 meters above ground level and eventually climbing to 7,927 meters above sea level, covering 37 nautical miles. The enroute climb from Kodiak Airport lasted 10 minutes.
The subsequent level cruise lasted 7 minutes, covering 47 nautical miles. Following this, the descent began, starting 6 miles southwest of AK07 Dog Fish Bay Airport in Nanwalek. The descent covered 51 nautical miles.
Another level cruise started near Ninilchik Airport in Alaska, lasting 11 minutes and covering less than 1 nautical mile. This was followed by another descent, covering 32 nautical miles. The approach to Kenai Municipal Airport from the southwest included a final descent to runway 02L, with the touchdown taking place after a slightly misaligned approach, resulting in a hard landing. The landing distance was good and the touchdown speed was slightly below target.
After landing, the taxi back to the parking area took 5 minutes. Overall, the flight covered a distance of 174 nautical miles, lasting 49 minutes and consuming 1,700 kg of fuel.
Overall, the aircraft landing score of 92.5% indicates a solid performance with room for improvement.
During the Approach Phase, the excellent glideslope alignment is commendable as it shows a high level of precision in maintaining the correct angle of descent. However, the slightly below target threshold speed of 127 knots may have contributed to the challenges faced in the Landing Phase.
In the Landing Phase, while the good threshold height is positive, the poor landing flare suggests that there may have been a lack of smoothness in the descent to the runway. Improving the landing flare technique can help ensure a smoother touchdown with less impact on the aircraft.
Moving on to the Touchdown Phase, the hard touchdown rate of -2.5 m/s could indicate a firm landing, which may not be ideal for the comfort of passengers and the longevity of the aircraft. However, the good touchdown speed of 122 knots and the good touchdown distance of 418 meters show that the approach to the runway was well managed in terms of speed and distance.
Finally, the slightly misaligned runway touchdown position by 4.4 meters from the centerline is a minor issue that could be addressed through improved alignment techniques during landing. Ensuring proper alignment with the runway centerline can enhance overall safety and precision in the landing process.
Overall, while the landing score of 92.5% is a strong indicator of a successful landing, focusing on areas of improvement such as refining the landing flare technique and enhancing alignment with the runway centerline can further enhance the overall performance and safety of future landings. With continued practice and attention to detail, even higher landing scores can be achieved in the future. Great job on the successful landing, and keep up the good work in refining your skills!
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