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The rudder input is a changing profile through the roll rather than one that is held. So the demand on your right foot starts large at power application, eases as speed builds and the rudder gains authority, then jumps again at rotation.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 520 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 520 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 98 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departure from Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ) commenced with a smooth departure roll on runway 04. The aircraft, a Pilatus PC-12, accelerated to a liftoff speed of 85 kt, achieving lift-off in 508 meters, which represented 93% of the available runway length. Under local weather conditions of 9 °C and a 5 kt headwind from 311 °, the aircraft transitioned into the enroute climb phase.
As the aircraft climbed from 6,348 ft asl to 6,299 ft asl, it demonstrated a steady rate of ascent, increasing its altitude by 48 ft in 2 minutes while covering a distance of 6 nm. This climb profile showcased the aircraft's efficient performance in the given atmospheric conditions. Following the enroute climb, the aircraft began its final approach to runway 22 at Courchevel Altiport, aligning itself with a heading of 226.0 ° from a distance of 1 nm and at an altitude of -180 ft agl. The touchdown was executed successfully, with the aircraft touching down before the threshold at a speed of 68 kt. The touchdown rate of 656 fpm was well within acceptable limits, and the runway touchdown position was only slightly misaligned from the centreline by 6.4 m.
The landing distance of 195 m, representing 36% of the available runway length, was a testament to the aircraft's excellent braking performance. The runway rollout alignment was also satisfactory, indicating a high degree of control and stability during the landing phase. The total flight distance of 7 nm was completed in 3 minutes, with the aircraft consuming 10 kg of fuel. Overall, the flight demonstrated a high level of proficiency and adherence to standard operating procedures.
The final approach to runway 22 at LFLJ Courchevel Altiport was executed from the north east, aligning with the heading of 226.0° at 1 nm and -180 ft above ground level. The approach quality was satisfactory, with a stable and controlled descent. The aircraft touched down before the threshold, indicating a good sense of timing and control from the pilot.
The touchdown characteristics were impressive, with a speed of 68 kt being well within the acceptable range. The touchdown rate of 656 fpm was perfect, demonstrating a high degree of control and precision. However, the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 6.4 m from the centreline, which may have been due to a slight deviation in the approach path or a minor error in the pilot's alignment. Despite this, the local weather conditions, with a temperature of 9 °C and a light wind of 5 kt at 311°, did not pose any significant challenges.
The rollout phase was executed smoothly, with the aircraft maintaining a very good alignment with the centreline. The total landing distance of 195 m was 36% of the runway length, which is a respectable figure considering the aircraft's size and weight. Overall, the landing was scored 95.0%, reflecting a high degree of proficiency and control from the pilot.
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