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A GA-8 Airvan Commuter aircraft, identified as N13AV, began its climb from a starting altitude of 106 ft above sea level at the Andreas Airfield in Ramsey, Isle of Man, located near EGZU Andreas Airfield. The aircraft took off and climbed steadily, reaching a height of 625 ft above sea level over the course of 2 minutes, covering a distance of 2 nautical miles. This climb represented an increase of 519 ft from the initial altitude, showcasing the GA-8 Airvan Commuter's ability to efficiently ascend.
After completing its climb, the aircraft prepared for a final approach to runway 11 at the Andreas Airfield. At a distance of 2 nautical miles from the runway and at an altitude of 528 ft above ground level, the aircraft was heading almost due west at a precise course of 94.0 °. This positioning and course alignment enabled the aircraft to achieve a precise approach to the runway.
The aircraft landed successfully on runway 11 at the Andreas Airfield, which had a length of 953 meters. The threshold speed was noted to be slightly below the target speed, coming in at 62 knots, but the touchdown distance and speed were both deemed good. The landing was particularly notable for its excellent touchdown rate of -96 feet per minute. However, it was observed that the aircraft touched down 3.5 meters off-center from the middle of the runway.
Weather conditions during the landing were calm, with a temperature of 15 °C and light winds blowing at 2 knots from a direction of 269 °. There was a slight tailwind component but it was almost negligible at only 1 kt. The aircraft's descent and touchdown process concluded successfully, with the total landing distance amounting to 414 meters and occupying only 43% of the available runway.
Upon landing, the aircraft exhibited good runway rollout alignment, ensuring a safe and controlled stop. Following the flight, it was noted that the aircraft had traveled a total distance of 3 nautical miles, burning approximately 3 kilograms of fuel in the process, and taking a relatively short flight time of 5 minutes. Overall, this flight provided a demonstration of the GA-8 Airvan Commuter's capabilities, showcasing its ability to operate efficiently in a range of conditions.
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Enroute climb started overhead EGZU Andreas Airfield Ramsey (Andreas, Isle of Man). Climbing from 106 ft asl to 625 ft asl, an increase of 519 ft in 2 minutes and covering 2 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 89 kt 80 kt min to max 109 kt |
80 | 90 kt | |
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Average bank angle 5.8 ° 0.0 ° min to max 23.8 ° |
1.1 | 8.9 ° | |
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Average g force 1.03 g 0.82 g min to max 1.14 g |
1.07 | 1.05 g | |
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Average VSI 428 fpm -1,087 fpm min to max 1,406 fpm |
88 | -422 fpm | |
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Average altitude 487 ft asl 106 ft asl min to max 1,127 ft asl |
106 | 625 ft asl | |
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Average pitch angle 4.2 ° -6.7 ° min to max 11.6 ° |
2.3 | -2.1 ° | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Battery Master On at 19:36:56 |
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Engine 1 Started at 19:36:56 |
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Beacon Lights Switched On at 19:36:56 |
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Landing Lights Switched On at 19:36:56 |
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Navigation Lights Switched On at 19:36:56 |
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Strobe Lights Switched On at 19:36:56 |
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Taxi Lights Switched On at 19:36:56 |
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Landing Gear Down at 19:36:56 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:36:56 |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:37:05 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:38:48 |
Approaching runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield from 2 nm to 1 nm. Descent from 528 ft agl to 394 ft agl. A decrease of 133 ft in 36 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 77.19 % |
Approach angle 3.4 ° 2.8 ° min to max 3.6 ° Target 3.0 ° |
2.8 | 3.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 76 kt 70 kt min to max 89 kt |
89 | 71 kt | |
| 62.31 % |
Heading variation -4.0 ° -6.9 ° min to max -0.8 ° |
-6.9 | -0.8 ° | |
| 98.51 % |
Average bank angle 1.4 ° 0.2 ° min to max 3.6 ° |
1.2 | 3.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.00 g 0.92 g min to max 1.11 g |
1.05 | 0.98 g | |
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Average VSI -227 fpm -505 fpm min to max 311 fpm |
-340 | -450 fpm | |
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Average altitude 489 ft agl 394 ft agl min to max 533 ft agl |
528 | 394 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle -1.8 ° -4.6 ° min to max 2.4 ° |
-1.6 | -3.4 ° | |
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Flaps Position 2 at 19:39:21 |
Approaching runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield from 1 nm to 0 nm. Descent from 386 ft agl to 10 ft agl. A decrease of 376 ft in 39 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 93.69 % |
Approach angle 1.5 ° 0.6 ° min to max 3.6 ° Target 3.0 ° |
3.6 | 0.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 70 kt 62 kt min to max 72 kt |
70 | 62 kt | |
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Heading variation 0.3 ° -0.4 ° min to max 0.4 ° |
-0.4 | 0.2 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.8 ° 0.0 ° min to max 1.9 ° |
1.3 | 0.5 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.02 g 0.96 g min to max 1.11 g |
0.99 | 1.01 g | |
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Average VSI -502 fpm -754 fpm min to max -84 fpm |
-476 | -89 fpm | |
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Average altitude 67 ft agl 10 ft agl min to max 386 ft agl |
386 | 10 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle -3.0 ° -5.8 ° min to max 1.7 ° |
-3.6 | 1.7 ° |
Landing on runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield, runway length 953 m. Good threshold height. Threshold speed was a little below target at 62 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Threshold speed was a little below target at 62 kt. Target 69 kt |
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| 100 % |
Target 50 ft agl |
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| 100 % |
Landing and flare profile |
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| 100 % |
Heading variation 0.2 ° 0.2 ° min to max 0.2 ° |
0.2 | 0.2 ° | |
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Average bank angle 1.2 ° 0.5 ° min to max 1.5 ° |
0.5 | 1.4 ° | |
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Average g force 1.00 g 0.98 g min to max 1.02 g |
1.01 | 1.00 g | |
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Average speed 59 kt 55 kt min to max 62 kt |
62 | 55 kt | |
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Average VSI -88 fpm -96 fpm min to max -80 fpm |
-89 | -96 fpm | |
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Average altitude 4 ft agl 1 ft agl min to max 6 ft agl |
6 | 1 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle 2.6 ° 1.7 ° min to max 3.3 ° |
1.7 | 3.3 ° |
Touchdown distance was good at 94 m. Touchdown speed at 55 kt was good. Touchdown rate was excellent at -96 fpm. Runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 3.5 m from centreline. Local weather - Temperature 15 °C. Wind 2 kt at 269 °. Crosswind: 1 kt Tailwind: 2 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Touchdown VSI was -96 fpm. |
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Touchdown distance was 94 m Target 457 m |
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Speed at touchdown 55 kt Target below 61 kt |
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| 98.31 % |
Runway alignment max 3.51 m 3.49 m left |
3.50 | 3.45 m | |
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Average bank angle 0.4 ° 0.1 ° min to max 1.4 ° |
1.4 | 0.1 ° | |
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Average g force 1.09 g 1.00 g min to max 1.17 g |
1.00 | 1.04 g | |
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Landing Bounce |
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Average speed 55 kt 54 kt min to max 55 kt |
55 | 54 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 2.0 ° 0.8 ° min to max 3.3 ° |
3.3 | 0.8 ° |
Total landing distance 414 m, 43 % of runway. Runway rollout alignment was very good.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Landing distance 414 m 43 % of runway. |
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| 98.57 % |
Runway alignment max 3.44 m 3.44 m left to 0.00 m left |
3.44 | 1.92 m | |
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Average g force 1.00 g 0.96 g min to max 1.07 g |
1.04 | 0.98 g | |
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Average speed 51 kt 31 kt min to max 56 kt |
56 | 31 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 0.0 ° -1.3 ° min to max 2.1 ° |
0.6 | -1.2 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.2 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.6 ° |
0.1 | 0.3 ° | |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:40:39 |
Exiting runway, average speed 23 kt
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Average speed 23 kt 0 kt min to max 55 kt |
28 | 55 kt | |
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Average pitch angle -1.4 ° -1.8 ° min to max -0.6 ° |
-1.0 | -0.6 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.6 ° |
0.4 | 0.4 ° | |
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Average g force 1.36 g 0.96 g min to max 2.64 g |
1.01 | 2.26 g | |
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Parking Brake On at 19:41:01 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:41:54 |
The subject aircraft, identified as a GA-8 Airvan Commuter bearing the registration N13AV, successfully landed on runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield with a remarkable score of 99.5%. As the plane approached the runway from the west, heading 94.0° and located at approximately 2 nautical miles and 528 feet above ground level (agl), it demonstrated precise control and adherence to standard operating procedures.
During the final approach, the aircraft maintained a steady speed, slightly below the target speed of 62 knots, and executed a smooth touchdown on the runway. The touchdown distance was within acceptable limits at 94 meters, further indicating the pilot's expertise and the aircraft's performance. The touchdown speed was also within the acceptable range at 55 knots, underscoring the pilot's exceptional control and skill.
Notably, the landing touched down at an impressive -96 feet per minute (fpm), which is considered an excellent touchdown rate. This suggests that the aircraft's descent and glide path were well-managed, allowing for a smooth and controlled touchdown. However, there was a slight deviation from the runway centerline, with the aircraft landing 3.5 meters off center, although this did not impact the overall landing quality.
In terms of environmental conditions, the local temperature was a moderate 15°C, with calm winds at 2 knots from a direction of 269°. This resulted in a tailwind component of 2 knots, which was not significant enough to compromise the landing. The total landing distance covered by the aircraft was 414 meters, accounting for only 43% of the available runway length of 953 meters. This indicates an efficient use of runway length, further underscoring the pilot's skill and judgment.
Finally, the runway rollout alignment was very good, demonstrating the pilot's ability to maintain control and directional stability during the critical phase of landing. Overall, the landing was characterized by precision, control, and adherence to standard operating procedures, resulting in a high score of 99.5%.
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