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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 879 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 879 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 146 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
Departing from Locarno Airport (LSZL) on runway 26R, the TBM 930 began its takeoff roll, accelerating to a liftoff speed of 96 kt. The aircraft utilized 622 meters, or 78% of the runway, to achieve liftoff. Local weather conditions at the time of departure featured a temperature of 16 °C, with a 6 kt headwind and a negligible crosswind component.
As the aircraft climbed to its enroute cruise altitude, it passed overhead Magadino, Ticino, Switzerland, and continued to ascend to 19,503 ft asl. The climb phase lasted 9 minutes and covered 24 nm, resulting in a significant increase in altitude of 17,837 ft. Following a 25-minute level cruise, the aircraft began its descent from 18,984 ft asl to 2,219 ft asl, a decrease of 16,765 ft, over a distance of 30 nm. The descent phase concluded 2 miles east of Orcieres, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.
Upon reaching the final approach phase, the TBM 930 began its descent to runway 02 at Gap - Tallard Airfield (LFNA), aligning with a heading of 27.0° from the southwest. The aircraft touched down on the runway at a speed of 75 kt, with a touchdown distance of 119 m, and a touchdown rate of -178 fpm. The landing distance of 394 m, or 45% of the runway, was well within acceptable parameters. Following a smooth rollout, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, concluding the flight with a total distance of 169 nm and a fuel consumption of 161 kg. The entire flight lasted 57 minutes.
The aircraft touched down smoothly on runway 02 at LFNA Gap - Tallard Airfield, showcasing exceptional control and precision. The final approach from the south west, heading 27.0°, was executed flawlessly, with the aircraft maintaining a steady altitude of 268 ft agl at 0 nm from the runway threshold. The approach quality was outstanding, with a good threshold height and a threshold speed that was only slightly below the target at 79 kt.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft demonstrated a good touchdown distance of 119 m, with a touchdown speed of 75 kt that was well within the acceptable range. The touchdown rate of -178 fpm was also impressive, indicating a smooth and controlled descent. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft centered on the runway centerline. The local weather conditions, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle tailwind of 2 kt, contributed to a smooth and stable approach.
The rollout phase was equally impressive, with the aircraft maintaining perfect alignment on the runway centerline. The total landing distance of 394 m, which accounted for only 45% of the runway length, was a testament to the pilot's exceptional skills and the aircraft's performance. Overall, the landing was a success, with a score of 99.8% reflecting the high level of proficiency and control demonstrated throughout the approach, touchdown, and rollout phases.
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