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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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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 1,398 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,398 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 611 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 25 at Oceanside Municipal Airport, KOKB. The aircraft, a PA28 Warrior II, accelerated down the runway and lifted off at a speed of 69 kt, covering a distance of 321 m, which was 39% of the runway length. The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 20 °C and a wind speed of 9 kt from a direction of 250°, resulting in a headwind component of 9 kt.
As the aircraft climbed away from the airport, it began its enroute climb overhead Camp Pendleton South, California. The climb started at an altitude of 583 ft above sea level and increased to 621 ft, a gain of 38 ft, in less than 1 minute while covering a distance of less than 1 nm. This rapid climb was a testament to the aircraft's performance capabilities.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase, which began overhead Oceanside, California. This phase lasted for 4 minutes and covered a distance of 7 nm. The cruise phase was a stable and efficient segment of the flight, allowing the aircraft to maintain a steady altitude and airspeed.
As the aircraft approached its destination, McClellan-Palomar Airport, KCRQ, it began its final approach to runway 06 from the west. The approach was characterized by a heading of 78.0° and an altitude of 309 ft above ground level, with the aircraft 1 nm from the runway threshold. The local weather conditions at the time of landing were marked by a temperature of 19 °C and a wind speed of 6 kt from a direction of 250°, resulting in a tailwind component of 6 kt.
The landing itself was notable for its high threshold speed of 89 kt, which was excessively high. The touchdown point was 178 m beyond the touchdown zone, and the touchdown speed was 70 kt, which was faster than ideal. However, the touchdown rate was good at -154 fpm, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good. The total landing distance was 816 m, which was 58% of the runway length.
Following the landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, covering a distance of less than 1 nm in less than 1 minute. The total flight distance was 9 nm, and the flight duration was 8 minutes. The aircraft used 3 kg of fuel during the flight, indicating a relatively efficient performance.
The PA28 Warrior II aircraft successfully landed at KCRQ McClellan-Palomar Airport, achieving an overall score of 88.8%. The final approach to runway 06 was initiated from the west, with a heading of 78.0° at 1 nautical mile and 309 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft maintained a good threshold height, which is a crucial aspect of a safe landing.
However, there were some areas for improvement. The threshold speed was excessively high at 89 knots, which is above the recommended speed for landing. This could have been due to various factors, including the aircraft's performance characteristics or the pilot's decision-making. Additionally, the touchdown speed of 70 knots was also fast, which may have resulted in a longer landing distance.
Despite these issues, the aircraft's touchdown rate was good at -154 feet per minute (fpm), indicating a controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was very good, which is essential for a safe landing. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 19°C and a wind speed of 6 knots at 250°, were relatively calm, with a slight tailwind component of 6 knots.
The aircraft landed 178 meters beyond the touchdown zone, which is a significant distance. This may have been due to the excessive touchdown speed and the high threshold speed. The total landing distance was 816 meters, which is 58% of the runway length. This is a relatively long landing distance, but it was still within the safe limits.
During the rollout, the aircraft maintained a very good alignment with the runway, which is essential for a safe and controlled stop. Overall, while there were some areas for improvement, the PA28 Warrior II aircraft successfully landed at KCRQ McClellan-Palomar Airport, demonstrating a good level of proficiency and control.
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