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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.
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 7,006 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,585 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Beechcraft Duke began with a 3-minute taxi from the parking area to the runway at KSAC Sacramento Executive. The departure roll on runway 02 covered a distance of 1,344 ft, which was 24% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was 87 knots. The local weather at departure was hot, with a temperature of 91 °F and a wind of 12 knots at 339 °, resulting in a crosswind of 9 knots and a headwind of 7 knots.
The enroute climb started over Sacramento Executive, climbing from 452 ft above sea level to 25,962 ft, covering a distance of 47 nm in 15 minutes. The level cruise phase began 5 miles northeast of Buckhorn and lasted for 55 minutes, covering a distance of 579 nm. The descent phase started 6 miles southeast of De Beque, descending from 25,944 ft to 10,301 ft in 12 minutes, covering 45 nm.
The landing was conducted on runway 15 at KASE Aspen-Pitkin Co/Sardy Field, which had a length of 7,006 ft. The height at threshold was 20 ft above ground level, with a speed of 109 knots. The touchdown occurred 1,578 ft from the threshold, at a speed of 85 knots with a vertical speed of 149 ft/min. The local weather at landing was a temperature of 74 °F and a wind of 11 knots at 349 °, resulting in a crosswind of 2 knots and a tailwind of 11 knots. The total landing distance covered was 3,698 ft, which was 53% of the total runway length.
After landing, the taxi from the runway to the parking area took 1 minute. The total flight distance traveled was 685 nm, with a total flight time of 90 minutes. The flight consumed 1,113 lbs of fuel.
First of all, congratulations on achieving a remarkable aircraft landing score of 98.8%! This is an exceptional accomplishment that demonstrates your expertise and precision as a pilot.
Let's delve into the analysis of each phase of the landing process to further understand the strengths and areas for improvement in your performance.
During the Approach Phase, it is evident that you had excellent glideslope alignment and maintained a speed that was well above the target. This indicates your strong ability to control the descent of the aircraft and ensure a smooth approach towards the runway.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, you executed a good threshold height and a perfect landing flare. The landing flare is a critical component of a successful touchdown, as it helps to reduce the rate of descent and ensure a smooth landing. Your ability to perform a perfect landing flare speaks to your proficiency in handling the aircraft during the crucial moments before touchdown.
In the Touchdown Phase, you achieved a perfect touchdown rate and maintained the speed on target. However, it is worth noting that the touchdown point was 192 ft beyond the touchdown zone. While this may have been influenced by external factors such as wind conditions, it is important to ensure that the touchdown point aligns with the designated zone to optimize runway usage and safety.
Furthermore, the runway touchdown position was 9 ft from the centerline, indicating a slight deviation from the ideal alignment. Additionally, landing with an 11 kn tailwind, while not ideal, is within the limits of acceptable performance. It is important to remain vigilant of tailwind conditions and adjust your approach accordingly to ensure a safe landing.
Finally, in the Rollout Phase, the runway alignment was 11 ft from the centerline, suggesting a slight drift during the rollout process. Maintaining precise alignment during rollout is essential for safe taxiing and clearances on the runway.
Overall, your performance during the landing was impressive, with notable strengths in glideslope alignment, landing flare, and touchdown rate. However, there are areas for improvement, such as optimizing touchdown point accuracy, runway alignment, and vigilance towards tailwind conditions.
Keep up the excellent work and continue to hone your skills to further enhance your proficiency as a pilot. Your dedication to safety and precision is commendable, and I have no doubt that with continued practice and focus, you will further excel in your future landings.
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