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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 2,308 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the full 2,308 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 274 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight, piloted by a Baron 58P aircraft, began with a departure roll from runway 02 at the Michigan City Municipal Airport. The takeoff distance was a mere 343 feet, accounting for just 10% of the overall runway length. The aircraft lifted off the ground at a speed of 96 knots, and shortly after, the pilot took control to commence the enroute climb.
Initially, the aircraft took off at an altitude of 1,257 feet above sea level, and then began climbing to reach a higher altitude. During this climb, the aircraft traversed a distance of 11 nautical miles and elevated its altitude by 4,031 feet, reaching a height of 5,288 feet above sea level within a span of just 4 minutes. The climb commenced a mere 1 mile northwest of the Michigan City Municipal Airport.
Following the enroute climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase for 2 minutes, covering a distance of 5 nautical miles. This took place 2 miles northwest of the Bodin Airport in Chesterton, Indiana. Subsequently, the pilot initiated the enroute descent to begin the final phase of the flight.
As the aircraft descended, it lost 5,108 feet in elevation, reaching a height of 789 feet above sea level within 6 minutes. The descent covered a distance of 6 nautical miles and occurred 2 miles north of Portage, Indiana. After completing the enroute descent, the pilot prepared the aircraft for its final approach.
For the final approach, the aircraft headed toward runway 18 at the Hobart-Sky Ranch airport, coming in from the north with a heading of 180.0°. As the aircraft closed in on the runway, it maintained an altitude of 141 feet above ground level.
The pilot executed a smooth landing on the 2,308-foot long runway 18, with the touchdown speed being slightly below the target at 85 knots. The touchdown distance was an excellent 272 feet, while the touchdown rate of -184 feet per minute was also within the acceptable limits. The runway touchdown alignment was perfectly lined up.
Subsequently, the aircraft continued to roll on the runway, aligning itself well with the runway centerline. The total landing distance recorded was 1,727 feet, accounting for 75% of the overall runway length. Following the landing, the pilot successfully brought the aircraft to a complete stop.
In conclusion, the entire flight spanned 24 nautical miles, with a total flight duration of 13 minutes. The pilot used a total of 44 pounds of fuel to complete the journey. Despite the slight wind blowing at 6 knots from an easterly direction, the pilot maintained excellent control throughout the flight, ensuring a safe and efficient landing.
The Baron 58P aircraft had a successful landing at 3HO Hobart-Sky Ranch, scoring an impressive 98.8% with a flawless approach and touchdown. As the aircraft began its final approach to runway 18, it was heading in the direction of 180.0°, indicating a clear path to the runway.
Upon reaching the runway entry point, the aircraft was at a height of 141 feet above ground level (agl) and a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway threshold. This positioning suggested a precise approach, and the aircraft maintained its heading and altitude, signifying excellent control and navigation.
As the Baron 58P descended onto the runway, it touched down at a good distance of 272 feet, a respectable distance considering the runway length of 2,308 feet. The aircraft settled at a speed of 81 kt, which was also slightly below the target threshold speed of 85 kt, demonstrating a controlled and deliberate descent.
The touchdown rate of -184 feet per minute (fpm) was notable, as it indicated a stable and controlled landing. Furthermore, the runway touchdown alignment was 'perfect', signifying that the pilot had successfully aligned the aircraft with the runway centerline.
Local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 74 °F and a gentle wind of 6 kt at 68°. The resulting crosswind was minimal at 6 kt, while the tailwind was a moderate 2 kt. These conditions likely played a role in the smooth landing, as they presented a relatively stable air environment.
Following the landing, the runway rollout alignment remained very good, demonstrating the pilot's skill and control in maintaining the aircraft's direction and speed as it transitioned from landing to taxiing. Overall, the landing was a testament to the pilot's competence and the aircraft's performance, achieving an exceptional score of 98.8%.
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