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Maintain the centreline
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A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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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 for a circuit: six checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,756 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 308 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 10 at Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, LIMJ. The aircraft, a DA50, accelerated quickly, taking off in just 0 meters, which is 0% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was 69 knots, indicating a smooth and efficient takeoff.
As the aircraft entered the traffic pattern, it followed a left-hand pattern entry from runway 10. This maneuver was completed in less than 1 nautical mile in just 83 seconds, showcasing the pilot's skill and control. The left-hand pattern crosswind was also navigated with ease, taking just 28 seconds to complete the turn.
The aircraft then proceeded to the downwind leg, where it maintained a steady heading and altitude. This leg was completed in a mere 14 seconds, further demonstrating the pilot's proficiency.
The final approach to runway 28 was initiated from the east, with the aircraft heading 285.0 degrees at an altitude of 256 feet above ground level (agl) and a distance of 1 nautical mile from the runway. The approach was smooth and controlled, setting the stage for a successful landing.
The landing itself was executed well, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 74 knots. The touchdown distance was good, measuring 304 meters, and the touchdown rate was also satisfactory at -198 feet per minute (fpm). However, the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned from the centerline by 4.2 meters.
Throughout the flight, the local weather conditions remained consistent, with a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 7 knots from 260 degrees. The crosswind component was 3 knots, while the headwind component was 7 knots.
In conclusion, the flight was a success, with the pilot demonstrating excellent control and navigation skills. The aircraft, a DA50, performed well, and the landing was smooth and controlled. The total flight distance was 2 nautical miles, and the flight duration was 3 minutes, with a fuel consumption of 1 kilogram.
The DA50 aircraft successfully landed at LIMJ Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, achieving a high score of 98.5%. The final approach to runway 28 was conducted from the east, with a heading of 285.0° at a distance of 1 nautical mile and an altitude of 256 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft's approach was well-executed, with a good threshold height and a touchdown speed of 74 knots, which was slightly below the threshold speed of 76 knots.
The landing distance was also satisfactory, with a touchdown distance of 304 meters. The touchdown rate of -198 feet per minute (fpm) was within the acceptable range, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. However, the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned from the centreline by 4.2 meters, which may require some adjustments in the aircraft's approach path.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 20°C and a gentle wind of 7 knots from a direction of 260°. The crosswind component was minimal at 3 knots, while the headwind component was 7 knots, which helped to stabilize the aircraft's approach. Overall, the landing was successful, and the aircraft's performance was satisfactory, with a high score indicating a well-executed approach and landing.
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