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There are several things that can go wrong during the flare, carrying too much speed over the threshold, starting the flare at the wrong height and inconsistent flight control inputs, all contribute to a poor flare resulting in a hard touchdown or a float down the runway.
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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 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 2,507 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 278 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Burgas Airport, the Cessna 208B began its takeoff roll on runway 04, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 79 kt in 458 meters, which represented 14% of the runway's length. The aircraft then climbed away from the airport, reaching a height of 1,046 ft above sea level before initiating its enroute climb. This phase of the flight saw the aircraft ascend to 7,699 ft asl, a gain of 6,653 ft in just 6 minutes, while covering a distance of 13 nm.
The enroute climb was followed by a level cruise, which started 2 miles north of Sveti Vlas and lasted for 7 minutes, during which the aircraft covered 21 nm. The crew then initiated a descent from 7,999 ft asl to 4,080 ft asl, a decrease of 3,919 ft in 5 minutes, while covering 15 nm. This pattern of level cruise and descent was repeated several times, with the aircraft making use of the terrain to its advantage. The final approach to runway 09 at Varna Airport was initiated from the west, with the aircraft descending from 1,238 ft above ground level to touch down on the runway.
The landing was executed smoothly, with the aircraft touching down at a speed of 63 kt and a distance of 277 meters, which represented 29% of the runway's length. The touchdown rate was firm at -368 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect. Following the landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, taking 4 minutes to cover a distance of less than 1 nm. The total flight distance was 86 nm, and the aircraft used 122 kg of fuel during the flight, which lasted 40 minutes.
The Cessna 208B touched down smoothly on runway 09 at LBWN Varna Airport, showcasing exceptional approach quality. The aircraft descended from 1,238 feet above ground level (agl) at a distance of 4 nautical miles from the runway threshold, aligning perfectly with the runway heading of 97.0 degrees. The approach was characterized by a stable and controlled descent, culminating in a good threshold height.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft maintained a speed of 63 knots, well within the acceptable threshold speed of 65 knots. The touchdown distance of 277 meters was also satisfactory, indicating a well-executed landing. The touchdown rate of -368 feet per minute (fpm) was firm, but not excessive, demonstrating a good balance between control and deceleration. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft centered on the runway centerline.
The rollout phase was equally impressive, with the aircraft maintaining perfect alignment on the runway centerline. The total landing distance of 736 meters, accounting for 29% of the runway length, was well within acceptable limits. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15°C and a negligible wind component, contributed to a stable and predictable landing environment. Overall, the landing was scored 98.4%, reflecting the high level of proficiency and control demonstrated by the pilot.
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