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Smooth the climb
The one change that would have gained the most on this flight, and the guide passage for it.
When Vr arrives, an abrupt near-full-scale pull, pitch overshoots, a push, and an oscillation through the first 200 ft. It feels like “this aircraft is twitchy” but the actual fault happened before liftoff. The pitch trace needs to show a clean ramp during liftoff.
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Two stabilised approach gates, each with six checks at 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
Side view — the last 1,230 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,230 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 280 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Cessna Skyhawk started with a departure roll on runway 25 at EDUR Hoherodskopf Airfield. The takeoff distance was 449 meters, representing 53% of the runway length. The liftoff speed reached 66 knots.
The local weather at the time of departure indicated a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius, with a wind speed of 3 knots coming from 224 degrees. There was a crosswind of 1 knot and a headwind of 2 knots.
The enroute climb commenced overhead EDX1 Hoherodskopf Schotten in Hessen, Germany. The climb took the aircraft from 2,317 feet above sea level to 2,356 feet, resulting in an increase of 39 feet in less than 1 minute, covering less than 1 nautical mile.
The enroute level cruise phase began 1 mile southwest of EDX1 Hoherodskopf Schotten and lasted 2 minutes, covering a distance of 4 nautical miles.
The landing was executed on runway 18 at EDFB Reichelsheim Airfield, which has a runway length of 1,230 meters. The height at the threshold was 14 feet above ground level, and the speed at threshold was 80 knots. The touchdown occurred 278 meters from the threshold, with a touchdown speed of 70 knots and a vertical speed indicator reading of -139 feet per minute.
The local weather at the time of landing showed a temperature of 7 degrees Celsius, with a wind speed of 4 knots coming from 78 degrees. A crosswind of 4 knots and a tailwind of 1 knot were present during landing.
The total landing distance was 688 meters, representing 56% of the runway length. The total flight distance covered was 17 nautical miles, which took 12 minutes to complete. The flight consumed 4 kilograms of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving an aircraft landing score of 89.9%! This is a strong performance that reflects the skill and proficiency of the pilot. Your approach phase was particularly commendable, with excellent glide slope alignment. This indicates precise control and awareness of the aircraft's descent angle, which is crucial for a smooth and safe landing.
However, it is important to address the issue of excessive speed during the approach phase. While a fast approach may seem advantageous for a swift landing, it can actually increase the risk of a hard touchdown and compromise safety. It is recommended to closely monitor and adjust your speed to ensure a controlled and stable descent.
Moving on to the landing phase, your threshold height and landing flare were both executed well, contributing to a smooth touchdown. However, there was a noted lack of bank angle stability during landing. Maintaining a steady and level bank angle is essential for a stable and controlled touchdown. This may require more practice and focus on maintaining a consistent angle throughout the landing phase.
In the touchdown phase, it is encouraging to see a smooth touchdown rate. However, the speed was once again too high, which can lead to a harder landing and increased wear on the aircraft. Additionally, the touchdown distance inside the touchdown zone and runway touchdown position being 3.7 meters from the centerline indicates a slight deviation from the ideal landing path. It is advisable to work on improving alignment and positioning to ensure a more precise and accurate touchdown.
Finally, in the rollout phase, the runway alignment was off by 4.3 meters from the centerline. Proper runway alignment is essential for a safe and efficient landing, as it helps to prevent runway excursions and ensures a smooth exit from the runway.
Overall, this feedback is meant to provide constructive criticism and guidance for further improvement. By focusing on areas such as speed control, bank angle stability, alignment, and positioning, you can enhance your landing skills and achieve even higher scores in future assessments. Keep up the good work and continue practicing to refine your techniques and proficiency in aircraft landings. Your dedication and commitment to improvement will surely lead to even greater success in your aviation endeavors.
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