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MY FS FLIGHTS
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Know your rotation speed
A typical trainer rotates in the mid-50s of knots - a 172 at around 55 KIAS, climbing out at a Vy in the low 70s, though check your own POH rather than memorising Cessna's numbers - and the transferable rule is that Vr sits just above the stall speed in takeoff configuration. Rotate early because "it felt ready" and the aircraft lifts off inside ground effect, where induced drag is reduced, then climbs out of it into more drag. On a marginal-performance day the result is an aircraft that lifts off and then refuses to climb, sagging back towards the runway.
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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.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 1,524 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,524 m of the 1,720 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 353 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 08 at KCMA Camarillo International Airport. The aircraft, an SR22, took off with a takeoff distance of 352 meters, which accounted for 19% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 84 knots, and the local weather conditions were favorable, with a temperature of 21 degrees Celsius and no wind.
As the aircraft climbed out of the airport, it began its enroute climb, reaching an altitude of 3,969 feet above sea level in just 3 minutes, covering a distance of 5 nautical miles. The climb was followed by a brief level cruise, lasting 2 minutes and covering 2 nautical miles, before the aircraft began another climb, this time from 4,356 feet to 5,173 feet in 2 minutes, covering 3 nautical miles.
The flight continued with a series of level cruises and descents, with the aircraft cruising at various altitudes and distances. The descent from 4,943 feet to 2,170 feet in 5 minutes, covering 8 nautical miles, was particularly notable, as was the final descent from 2,190 feet to 1,570 feet in 2 minutes, covering 3 nautical miles.
The final approach to runway 15 at KBUR Hollywood Burbank Airport was made from the north, with the aircraft heading 168.0 degrees at 1 nautical mile and 318 feet above ground level. The landing was successful, with a touchdown distance of 350 meters and a touchdown speed of 59 knots. The touchdown rate was also good, at -167 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were again favorable, with a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and no wind. The total landing distance was 676 meters, which accounted for 39% of the runway. The runway rollout alignment was perfect, and the aircraft was able to taxi to the parking area in less than 1 minute, covering less than 1 nautical mile.
Overall, the flight was a successful one, with the aircraft covering a total distance of 38 nautical miles in 22 minutes, using 16 kilograms of fuel.
The SR22 aircraft successfully landed at KBUR Hollywood Burbank Airport, achieving a high score of 95.4%. The final approach was conducted from the north, heading 168.0° at 1 nautical mile and 318 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft demonstrated excellent control and precision during the approach, ultimately landing safely on runway 15.
The runway at KBUR Hollywood Burbank Airport has a length of 1,720 meters, providing a sufficient distance for the SR22 to touch down and come to a stop. The threshold height was reported as good, indicating that the aircraft was at the correct altitude as it approached the runway. However, the threshold speed was slightly below the target speed of 71 knots, which may be a minor area for improvement.
The touchdown distance of 350 meters was considered good, and the touchdown speed of 59 knots was also within acceptable limits. The touchdown rate of -167 feet per minute (fpm) was also good, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, demonstrating the pilot's skill and precision during the landing.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 20°C and no wind. This made the landing even more challenging, as the pilot had to navigate the aircraft without any external factors affecting its trajectory. The total landing distance of 676 meters was 39% of the runway length, which is a relatively short distance considering the aircraft's size and weight.
The runway rollout alignment was perfect, indicating that the pilot maintained control of the aircraft during the rollout phase, ensuring a safe and controlled stop at the end of the runway. Overall, the SR22's landing at KBUR Hollywood Burbank Airport was a success, with the pilot demonstrating excellent skills and precision throughout the approach and landing phases.
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