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Improve the pattern base leg turn
Bank angle in the pattern is conventionally kept to 20 to 30 degrees, and the base-to-final turn is where that convention earns its keep. Stall speed rises with bank because the wing must produce more lift in a turn. Roughly 7 per cent higher at 30 degrees, about 19 per cent at 45, and around 40 per cent at 60. At 65 kt on base you don't have much margin to spend steepening a turn to salvage an overshoot.
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One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,000 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,000 ft of the 8,394 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 785 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The Edgley Optica aircraft departed from runway 26R at KLAS Harry Reid International Airport, requiring a takeoff distance of 526 feet, which is 5% of the runway length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 51 knots. At the time of departure, the local weather conditions were characterized by a temperature of 52°F and a wind speed of 8 knots from a direction of 280°. This resulted in a crosswind of 1 knot and a headwind of 8 knots.
As the aircraft entered the right-hand pattern, it demonstrated impressive agility, completing the entry in less than 1 nautical mile in just 18 seconds. The subsequent right-hand pattern crosswind turn was even more impressive, with the aircraft covering the distance in less than 1 nautical mile in a mere 7 seconds. The pattern downwind turn was executed at an angle of 68.6° to the runway, covering a distance of 1 nautical mile. The downwind leg itself was completed in just 2 seconds, showcasing the aircraft's exceptional maneuverability.
The pattern base leg turn was a significant maneuver, requiring the aircraft to cover a distance of 4 nautical miles at an angle of 112.8° to the runway. The base leg itself was completed in just 2 seconds, further highlighting the aircraft's impressive agility. The final turn, which brought the aircraft onto the final approach, covered a distance of 4 nautical miles in 252 seconds.
The final approach to runway 19R at KLAS Harry Reid International Airport was executed from the north-east, with the aircraft maintaining a heading of 204.0° at an altitude of 113 feet above ground level (agl) and a distance of 0 nautical miles from the runway. The landing was successful, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 37 knots and a touchdown distance of 775 feet. The touchdown rate was a respectable -162 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was very good.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 52°F and a wind speed of 7 knots from a direction of 279°, resulting in a crosswind of 7 knots and a headwind of 2 knots. The total landing distance was 955 feet, which is just 11% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was perfect, indicating a smooth and controlled landing.
In conclusion, the Edgley Optica aircraft demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the flight, showcasing its agility, maneuverability, and control. The successful landing on runway 19R at KLAS Harry Reid International Airport was a testament to the aircraft's capabilities, and the total flight distance of 11 nautical miles was achieved in just 11 minutes, with a fuel consumption of 21 pounds.
The Edgley Optica successfully landed on runway 19R at KLAS Harry Reid International Airport, showcasing exceptional piloting skills and adherence to standard operating procedures. The aircraft approached the runway from the north-east, aligning itself with the heading of 204.0° at a mere 0 nm and 113 ft above ground level (agl). This precise control allowed the pilot to maintain a stable and controlled descent throughout the final approach.
Upon reaching the runway threshold, the pilot executed a smooth touchdown, achieving a threshold speed of 50 kt, which is well within the acceptable range. The touchdown distance of 775 ft was also impressive, demonstrating the pilot's ability to manage the aircraft's descent and maintain control. The touchdown speed of 37 kt was equally impressive, indicating a gentle and controlled touchdown.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were favorable, with a temperature of 52°F and a gentle wind of 7 kt at 279°. Although there was a slight crosswind component of 7 kt, the pilot effectively managed it by utilizing the available headwind of 2 kt. This resulted in a total landing distance of 955 ft, which is only 11% of the runway length. This is a testament to the pilot's skill and experience in handling the Edgley Optica in various weather conditions.
The runway rollout alignment was perfect, indicating that the pilot maintained control of the aircraft throughout the landing process. The overall performance of the Edgley Optica and the pilot's skills earned a score of 98.4%, a truly exceptional achievement. This landing serves as a prime example of the capabilities of the Edgley Optica and the expertise of its pilots.
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