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This flight was conducted in an Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen, a lightweight aircraft designed for exploration and adventure. The flight began with an enroute climb from a starting altitude of 66 feet above sea level (asl) to 1,074 ft asl, a significant increase of 1,008 ft in just 2 minutes. This climb was achieved while covering a short distance of less than 1 nautical mile (nm).
As the aircraft continued on its journey, it began its enroute descent from 1,088 ft asl to 235 ft asl, a decrease of 852 ft in 2 minutes. This descent covered a slightly longer distance of 2 nm, showcasing the aircraft's ability to efficiently change altitude while maintaining a relatively short distance.
The final approach to runway 12 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) was initiated from the north-west, with the aircraft heading 118.0° at a distance of 1 nm and an altitude of 180 feet above ground level (agl). The approach was made with a good threshold height, and the threshold speed was maintained at 44 knots.
Upon landing, the aircraft touched down on the runway with a good touchdown distance of 345 meters, and a touchdown speed of 20 knots. The touchdown rate was perfect, with a rate of -50 feet per minute (fpm). Although the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 3.1 meters from the centreline, the overall landing performance was impressive.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15°C, with a wind speed of 2 knots at 270°. The crosswind was minimal at 1 kt, while the tailwind was 2 kt. The total landing distance was 382 meters, which accounted for only 14% of the runway length. The runway rollout alignment was very good, indicating a smooth and controlled landing.
In conclusion, this flight demonstrated the Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen's capabilities in terms of climb and descent rates, as well as its ability to land safely and efficiently. The total flight distance was 3 nm, and the flight used a relatively small amount of fuel, at 1 kg.
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Enroute climb started overhead Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland). Climbing from 66 ft asl to 1,074 ft asl, an increase of 1,008 ft in 2 minutes and covering less than 1 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 70 kt 54 kt min to max 107 kt |
54 | 94 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 6.9 ° 0.0 ° min to max 25.5 ° |
1.2 | 1.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.03 g 0.91 g min to max 1.16 g |
1.03 | 0.98 g | |
| Info |
Average VSI 712 fpm -146 fpm min to max 1,674 fpm |
452 | 883 fpm | |
| Info |
Average altitude 430 ft asl 66 ft asl min to max 1,074 ft asl |
66 | 1,074 ft asl | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 7.9 ° -0.5 ° min to max 16.6 ° |
7.8 | 5.1 ° | |
| Info |
Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 |
Enroute descent started overhead Monkton (South Ayrshire, Scotland). Descent from 1,088 ft asl to 235 ft asl, a decrease of 852 ft in 2 minutes and covering 2 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 72 kt 41 kt min to max 102 kt |
93 | 41 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 5.9 ° 0.0 ° min to max 15.0 ° |
2.4 | 2.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.00 g 0.81 g min to max 1.12 g |
0.97 | 0.97 g | |
| Info |
Average VSI -408 fpm -1,842 fpm min to max 848 fpm |
848 | -139 fpm | |
| Info |
Average altitude 798 ft asl 235 ft asl min to max 1,127 ft asl |
1,088 | 235 ft asl | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle -2.4 ° -13.5 ° min to max 4.9 ° |
4.9 | 1.1 ° | |
| Info |
Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
| Info |
Flaps Position 1 at 19:40:24 |
Approaching runway 12 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport from 1 nm to 0 nm. Descent from 180 ft agl to 11 ft agl. A decrease of 169 ft in 41 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Approach angle 1.9 ° 1.3 ° min to max 2.3 ° Target 3.0 ° |
2.2 | 1.3 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 45 kt 40 kt min to max 46 kt |
41 | 44 kt | |
| 79.6 % |
Heading variation 0.0 ° -1.0 ° min to max 0.1 ° |
-1.0 | 0.1 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.7 ° 0.0 ° min to max 2.5 ° |
1.7 | 0.0 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.00 g 0.95 g min to max 1.03 g |
1.00 | 1.00 g | |
| Info |
Average VSI -253 fpm -337 fpm min to max -162 fpm |
-184 | -291 fpm | |
| Info |
Average altitude 55 ft agl 11 ft agl min to max 180 ft agl |
180 | 11 ft agl | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 0.2 ° -1.1 ° min to max 1.4 ° |
1.1 | -0.1 ° |
Landing on runway 12 at EGPK Glasgow Prestwick Airport, runway length 2,737 m. Good threshold height. Threshold speed was 44 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 33 kt 20 kt min to max 44 kt |
44 | 20 kt | |
| 100 % |
Target 50 ft agl |
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| 100 % |
Landing and flare profile |
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| 100 % |
Heading variation 0.0 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.1 ° |
0.1 | 0.1 ° | |
| 98.56 % |
Average bank angle 0.7 ° 0.0 ° min to max 2.6 ° |
0.0 | 0.3 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.01 g 0.98 g min to max 1.06 g |
1.00 | 0.99 g | |
| Info |
Average speed 33 kt 20 kt min to max 44 kt |
44 | 20 kt | |
| Info |
Average VSI -89 fpm -296 fpm min to max -13 fpm |
-292 | -50 fpm | |
| Info |
Average altitude 13 ft agl 7 ft agl min to max 26 ft agl |
26 | 7 ft agl | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 5.3 ° -0.1 ° min to max 10.7 ° |
-0.1 | 10.7 ° |
Touchdown distance was good at 345 m. Touchdown speed 20 kt. Touchdown rate was perfect at -50 fpm. Runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 3.1 m from centreline. Local weather - Temperature 15 °C. Wind 2 kt at 270 °. Crosswind: 1 kt Tailwind: 2 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Touchdown VSI was -50 fpm. |
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| 100 % |
Touchdown distance was 345 m Target 457 m |
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| 100 % |
Average speed 19 kt 17 kt min to max 20 kt |
20 | 17 kt | |
| 99.68 % |
Runway alignment max 3.14 m 2.96 m left |
2.69 | 3.12 m | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.5 ° |
0.3 | 0.4 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 1.01 g 0.96 g min to max 1.11 g |
0.99 | 0.98 g | |
| 80 % |
Landing Bounce |
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| Info |
Average speed 19 kt 17 kt min to max 20 kt |
20 | 17 kt | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 12.6 ° 10.7 ° min to max 13.3 ° |
10.7 | 13.2 ° |
Total landing distance 382 m, 14 % of runway. Runway rollout alignment was very good.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Landing distance 382 m 14 % of runway. |
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| 99.73 % |
Runway alignment max 3.12 m 3.12 m left to 0.00 m left |
3.12 | 3.02 m | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 0.99 g 0.98 g min to max 1.00 g |
0.98 | 0.99 g | |
| Info |
Average speed 30 kt 30 kt min to max 30 kt |
30 | 30 kt | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 13.5 ° 13.3 ° min to max 13.6 ° |
13.3 | 13.6 ° | |
| Info |
Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.3 ° min to max 0.4 ° |
0.3 | 0.3 ° |
Exiting runway, average speed 12 kt
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| Info |
Average speed 25 kt 0 kt min to max 30 kt |
30 | 29 kt | |
| Info |
Average pitch angle 9.5 ° -0.2 ° min to max 13.7 ° |
13.7 | 2.6 ° | |
| Info |
Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.1 ° min to max 1.0 ° |
0.4 | 0.7 ° | |
| Info |
Average g force 0.99 g 0.96 g min to max 1.02 g |
0.99 | 0.99 g | |
| Info |
Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:43:05 |
The Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen, a lightweight aircraft, successfully landed at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) on runway 12. The pilot's final approach was initiated from the north-west, heading 118.0° at a distance of 1 nautical mile and an altitude of 180 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft's approach was characterized by a good threshold height, which is a critical factor in ensuring a safe landing.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft's speed was 20 knots, which is significantly lower than the threshold speed of 44 knots. This indicates that the pilot had successfully managed the aircraft's descent and speed to achieve a smooth touchdown. The touchdown distance of 345 meters was also within acceptable limits, demonstrating the pilot's skill in controlling the aircraft's descent and speed.
The landing was further enhanced by a perfect touchdown rate of -50 feet per minute (fpm), which is a key indicator of a safe and controlled landing. However, the runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 3.1 meters from the centerline, which may require some adjustments to the pilot's approach and landing technique.
The local weather conditions at the time of the landing were favorable, with a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 2 knots from 270°. The crosswind component was minimal at 1 knot, while the tailwind component was 2 knots. These conditions contributed to a smooth and stable approach and landing.
The total landing distance of 382 meters was only 14% of the runway length, which is a testament to the pilot's skill and the aircraft's performance. The runway rollout alignment was also very good, indicating that the pilot had successfully managed the aircraft's speed and direction during the rollout phase.
Overall, the landing of the Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen at Glasgow Prestwick Airport was a success, with the pilot demonstrating excellent skills and control throughout the approach and landing phases.
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