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Avoid steep turns at low altitude
Below a thousand feet the aeroplane is slow, heavy and close to the ground. A steep turn loses lift, raises the stall speed and flattens the climb just when the gradient matters most. A normal turn on course is a rate one — fifteen degrees or so, twenty-five at the outside, this penalty is to acknowledge when a turn has stopped being a turn and become a manoeuvre.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
One stabilised approach gate: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate was not assessed, because the approach did not join final that far out.
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 104 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Sukhoi SU-26 departed from runway 18 at EDFB Reichelsheim Airfield. The takeoff distance was 127 meters, which was 10% of the total runway length. The liftoff speed was 87 knots. The local weather at the time of departure was 6°C with a wind speed of 7 knots coming from 89°, resulting in a crosswind of 7 knots and a headwind of 0 knots.
The enroute climb began overhead Florstadt in Hessen, Germany. The aircraft climbed from 1,136 feet above sea level to 1,146 feet above sea level, gaining 10 feet in altitude in 1 minute and covering 2 nautical miles.
After the climb, the aircraft entered a level cruise phase 1 mile east of EDFB Reichelsheim Airfield. This phase lasted 2 minutes and covered a distance of 3 nautical miles.
The landing took place back on runway 18 at EDFB Reichelsheim Airfield. The runway length was 1,230 meters, and the aircraft approached the threshold at a height of 3 feet above ground level with a speed of 75 knots. The touchdown occurred 102 meters from the threshold at a speed of 68 knots, with a vertical speed indicator reading of -26 feet per minute. The local weather at the time of landing was 6°C with a wind speed of 7 knots coming from 89°, resulting in a crosswind of 7 knots and a headwind of 0 knots. The total landing distance was 620 meters, which was 50% of the total runway length.
Overall, the flight covered a distance of 7 nautical miles, took 10 minutes to complete, and consumed 3 kg of fuel.
First and foremost, congratulations on achieving an overall landing score of 94.6%! This is a remarkable accomplishment and demonstrates a high level of skill and proficiency in aircraft handling.
Let's break down the analysis of each phase of the landing to further understand areas of improvement.
During the Approach Phase, it is noted that there were discrepancies in the descent path above the glideslope limit and poor heading alignment. It is crucial to maintain precision in both vertical and horizontal aspects during the approach phase to ensure a smooth transition into the landing phase. Consider fine-tuning your descent path and headings to better align with the designated approach path.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, it is encouraging to see that the threshold height and landing flare were executed perfectly. However, there were concerns regarding bank angle stability during landing. Maintaining a stable bank angle is essential for a safe and controlled landing. Practice incorporating smoother and more controlled turns to improve bank angle stability.
In the Touchdown Phase, it is commendable that the touchdown rate was perfect and speed was on target. Additionally, landing within the touchdown zone showcases precision and accuracy. However, there is room for improvement in touchdown distance from the centreline. Aim to consistently land closer to the centreline to enhance overall landing performance.
Lastly, in the Rollout Phase, aligning the aircraft with the runway is crucial for a smooth rollout. While the runway alignment was close to the centreline, strive for precise alignment to ensure optimal control during the rollout phase.
In conclusion, your landing score of 94.6% reflects a high level of proficiency as a pilot. By focusing on improving descent path, heading alignment, bank angle stability, touchdown distance, and runway alignment, you can further enhance your landing skills and strive for even higher scores in the future. Keep up the excellent work and continue to practice diligently to refine your techniques. Well done!
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