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Smooth the climb
A good takeoff has a defined shape. It also has a defined end. For an airliner that's thrust reduction and acceleration, commonly somewhere around 1,000 to 1,500 ft above the airfield depending on the operator, while for a light aircraft it's established at Vy with the flaps on schedule. Most simmers have no defined end to their takeoff, which is exactly why it never gets judged.
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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.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 1,814 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 188 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The Edgley Optica aircraft departed from runway 23 at EGPE Inverness Airport, requiring a takeoff distance of 1,398 meters, which is 77% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 55 knots. At the time of departure, the local weather conditions were characterized by a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot from a direction of 270 degrees, resulting in a negligible crosswind and headwind.
As the aircraft climbed en route, it started from an altitude of 573 feet above sea level and ascended to 424 feet, an increase of 148 feet in just one minute, while covering a distance of 2 nautical miles. This climb was initiated overhead EGPE Inverness Airport, marking the beginning of the aircraft's ascent.
The final approach to runway 05 at EGPE Inverness Airport was conducted from the south-west, with the aircraft heading at an angle of 50.0 degrees and at an altitude of 383 feet above ground level, while being 1 nautical mile away from the runway. The landing on runway 05 was successful, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 38 knots and a touchdown distance of 185 meters, which is 20% of the runway length.
The touchdown rate was smooth, at -102 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were the same as those at the time of departure, with a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 1 knot from a direction of 270 degrees, resulting in a negligible crosswind and tailwind.
The total landing distance was 360 meters, and the runway rollout alignment was also very good. The aircraft's performance during the landing was impressive, with a good threshold height, threshold speed, and touchdown speed. The total flight distance was 3 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 4 minutes, with the aircraft consuming 0 kilograms of fuel.
The Edgley Optica successfully landed at EGPE Inverness Airport, showcasing a high level of proficiency in its pilot. The aircraft approached the runway from the southwest, heading 50.0° at 1 nautical mile and 383 feet above ground level (agl). This indicates a precise and controlled descent, setting the stage for a smooth landing.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft demonstrated excellent control, achieving a threshold speed of 49 knots. This speed is well within the optimal range for a safe and controlled landing. The touchdown distance of 185 meters was also impressive, indicating a high degree of precision and control during the final stages of the approach.
The touchdown speed of 38 knots was equally impressive, suggesting that the pilot had expertly managed the aircraft's descent and speed to achieve a gentle and controlled touchdown. The touchdown rate of -102 feet per minute (fpm) was smooth, further emphasizing the pilot's skill and control.
The runway touchdown alignment was very good, indicating that the aircraft was precisely aligned with the runway centerline at the moment of touchdown. This is a critical aspect of landing, as it ensures that the aircraft remains on course and can be safely brought to a stop.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a wind speed of 1 knot from 270°. This minimal wind made the landing even more challenging, as it required the pilot to precisely compensate for the wind's effect on the aircraft's trajectory.
The total landing distance of 360 meters, which is only 20% of the runway length, is a testament to the pilot's exceptional skill and control. This indicates that the aircraft was brought to a stop quickly and safely, with minimal use of the runway.
Finally, the runway rollout alignment was very good, suggesting that the pilot had expertly managed the aircraft's deceleration and alignment during the rollout phase. This is a critical aspect of landing, as it ensures that the aircraft remains on course and can be safely brought to a stop.
Overall, the Edgley Optica's landing at EGPE Inverness Airport was a textbook example of precision and control, with the pilot demonstrating exceptional skill and expertise throughout the approach and landing phases.
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