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Maintain the centreline
A small uncorrected heading error at 40 knots becomes a metre of offset per second by 100 knots, noticed only at rotation, producing a crabbed liftoff. Root cause is nearly always eyes on the tape instead of the far end of the runway. Small heading changes displace a distant point visibly long before the nearby centreline stripes look wrong.
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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 917 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 917 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 107 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with a departure roll from runway 08 at LSGK Saanen Airfield, a Cessna C182 aircraft taking to the skies. The takeoff distance was 345 meters, which accounted for 44% of the runway. The liftoff speed was 71 knots, and the local weather conditions at the time were characterized by a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 10 knots at 11 degrees.
As the aircraft climbed away from Saanen, it began its enroute climb, ascending from an altitude of 3,619 feet above sea level to 4,552 feet above sea level. This increase of 933 feet was achieved in just 2 minutes, covering a distance of 3 nautical miles. The climb was a smooth and efficient one, setting the stage for the rest of the flight.
After reaching the desired altitude, the aircraft began its enroute descent, starting 2 miles southwest of Zweisimmen. The descent from 4,550 feet above sea level to 3,497 feet above sea level was a decrease of 1,053 feet in just 3 minutes, covering another 3 nautical miles. This descent was also a smooth and controlled one, demonstrating the pilot's skill and expertise.
The final approach to runway 14 at LSTS Sankt Stephan Airfield was made from the northwest, heading 134.0 degrees at 1 nautical mile and 184 feet above ground level. The landing was a successful one, with the aircraft touching down on the runway at a speed of 53 knots and a distance of 105 meters. The touchdown rate was smooth at -105 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 15 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 10 knots at 10 degrees. The crosswind was 8 knots, and the tailwind was 6 knots, which presented a slight challenge for the pilot. However, the landing was still a good one, with the total landing distance being 661 meters, which accounted for 72% of the runway.
After landing, the aircraft taxied to the parking area, taking less than 1 minute and covering less than 1 nautical mile. The total flight distance was 8 nautical miles, and the flight used 4 kilograms of fuel. Overall, the flight was a successful one, with the pilot demonstrating their skill and expertise in navigating the aircraft through various weather conditions and terrain.
The Cessna C182 aircraft successfully landed at LSTS Sankt Stephan Airfield, achieving a score of 94.3%. The final approach was conducted from the north-west, heading 134.0° at 1 nautical mile and 184 feet above ground level (agl). The aircraft touched down on runway 14, which has a length of 917 meters.
The threshold height was good, and the threshold speed was slightly below the target at 57 knots. The touchdown distance was also good, measuring 105 meters. The touchdown speed of 53 knots was within acceptable limits, and the touchdown rate was smooth at -105 feet per minute (fpm). The runway touchdown alignment was very good, indicating a precise and controlled landing.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15°C, with a wind speed of 10 knots at 10°. The crosswind component was 8 knots, while the tailwind component was 6 knots. These conditions did not appear to significantly impact the landing, as the aircraft maintained control and stability throughout the approach and touchdown.
However, there was a slight deviation in the runway rollout alignment, with the aircraft being 10.2 meters off-centerline. This minor misalignment may be attributed to the pilot's response to the wind conditions or other factors affecting the aircraft's trajectory. Despite this, the total landing distance of 661 meters was within 72% of the runway length, indicating a controlled and safe landing.
Overall, the landing was successful, with the aircraft demonstrating good control and stability throughout the approach and touchdown. The minor deviation in runway rollout alignment was the only notable issue, but it did not compromise the safety of the landing.
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