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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 2,977 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 405 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 smooth taxi from the parking area to the runway, taking 8 minutes to cover less than 1 nm. Departure was from runway 28 at LICA Terme, with a takeoff distance of 4,023 ft, using 48% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 158 kn. Local weather conditions at the time of departure included a temperature of 83 °F and a wind speed of 9 kn coming from 270°, resulting in a crosswind of 1 kn and a headwind of 9 kn.
Once airborne, the enroute climb began 1 mile west of LICA Terme Lamezia (Calabria, Italy). The climb took the aircraft from 1,070 ft asl to 30,585 ft asl, covering a total increase of 29,514 ft in 17 minutes and spanning 110 nm. Following the climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, starting 29 miles south of Capri (Campania, Italy) and lasting 39 minutes, covering 289 nm.
The enroute descent commenced 22 miles southwest of Marina di Pisa (Toscana, Italy). The descent brought the aircraft from 29,992 ft asl to 2,362 ft asl, resulting in a decrease of 27,630 ft in 20 minutes and covering 129 nm. The landing was on runway 35R at LIMC Malpensa, which has a length of 9,768 ft. The aircraft was at 59 ft agl upon threshold crossing, with a speed of 133 kn at that point. The touchdown occurred 1,335 ft from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 128 kn and a VSI of -265 ft/m. Local weather conditions at the time of landing included a temperature of 71 °F and a wind speed of 4 kn coming from 259°, resulting in a crosswind of 4 kn and a headwind of 0 kn. The total landing distance covered was 3,907 ft, representing 40% of the runway.
Upon landing, the aircraft taxied from the runway to the parking area in 5 minutes, covering less than 1 nm. The total flight distance for this journey was 536 nm, requiring 104 minutes in total and utilizing 9,646 lbs of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving a remarkable aircraft landing score of 99.0%! This is truly a testament to the skill and precision exhibited throughout each phase of the landing process.
In the Approach Phase, it is evident that the pilot demonstrated excellent glideslope alignment, ensuring a smooth and controlled descent towards the runway. This indicates a strong understanding of altitude management and the ability to maintain the correct angle of approach for a successful landing.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, although the threshold height was slightly above the target, it is clear that the pilot was able to make a quick adjustment and execute an excellent landing flare. This demonstrates quick reflexes and the ability to adapt to changing conditions in real-time, which is essential for safe and effective landings.
In the Touchdown Phase, despite a firm touchdown rate, the pilot managed to maintain the target speed and touchdown distance within the touchdown zone. Additionally, the runway touchdown position being only 1.6 meters from the centerline showcases a high level of precision and control during this critical phase of the landing process.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment was deemed to be very good, indicating a smooth and controlled rollout after touchdown. This not only enhances the overall safety of the landing but also contributes to a more comfortable experience for passengers and crew on board.
Overall, this exceptional landing score reflects a high level of skill, proficiency, and attention to detail on the part of the pilot. Keep up the excellent work and continue striving for excellence in all aspects of aircraft operations. Your dedication to safety and precision is truly commendable and inspiring to others in the aviation community. Well done!
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