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The flight was conducted in a GA-8 Airvan Commuter aircraft, specifically N13AV, as it departed from Andreas Airfield (EGZU) situated on the Isle of Man. The initial climb was observed from a very low altitude, starting at 104 feet above sea level and gradually increasing to 622 feet above sea level, resulting in a significant climb of 518 feet within a short span of 2 minutes. This climb not only provided an increase in altitude but also covered 2 nautical miles, demonstrating the aircraft's impressive capabilities.
Upon completing the initial climb, the aircraft began its final approach to runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield. It entered the approach stage with a precise heading of 94.0 degrees and was situated approximately 2 nautical miles from the runway threshold while maintaining an altitude of 526 feet above ground level. The aircraft's approach parameters indicated a good threshold height, although it slightly fell short of the target threshold speed, registering at 61 knots.
Upon touchdown, the GA-8 Airvan Commuter showcased commendable performance. The touchdown distance measured 92 meters, and the touchdown speed of 55 knots was precisely within the desired range. Perhaps the most impressive aspect was the touchdown rate, which achieved an outstanding -88 feet per minute, signifying a remarkably smooth descent. However, the aircraft slightly deviated from the runway centerline, coming to a stop approximately 3.5 meters off the ideal position.
The local weather conditions played a significant role in this flight, with a comfortable temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and minimal wind, featuring 3 knots at 224 degrees. While there was a slight crosswind of 2 knots and a tailwind effect of 1 knot, they were deemed insignificant. Following a successful landing, the aircraft underwent a smooth rollout, displaying excellent alignment along the runway.
In conclusion, the flight of GA-8 Airvan Commuter N13AV achieved several impressive milestones. The aircraft demonstrated its exceptional ability to climb rapidly and efficiently, followed by a solid approach and landing performance. The flight ultimately covered a distance of 3 nautical miles, utilizing 4 minutes and reducing fuel consumption by 10 kilograms.
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Enroute climb started overhead EGZU Andreas Airfield Ramsey (Andreas, Isle of Man). Climbing from 104 ft asl to 622 ft asl, an increase of 518 ft in 2 minutes and covering 2 nm.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Average speed 89 kt 79 kt min to max 110 kt |
79 | 89 kt | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 5.9 ° 0.0 ° min to max 23.5 ° |
1.2 | 8.1 ° | |
| 98.29 % |
Average g force 0.84 g 0.44 g min to max 1.46 g |
0.85 | 1.02 g | |
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Average VSI 391 fpm -1,085 fpm min to max 1,410 fpm |
13 | -380 fpm | |
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Average altitude 480 ft asl 104 ft asl min to max 1,127 ft asl |
104 | 622 ft asl | |
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Average pitch angle 4.0 ° -6.8 ° min to max 11.7 ° |
1.6 | -1.8 ° | |
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Turn coordination 0 0 min to max 0 |
0 | 0 | |
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Battery Master On at 19:47:32 |
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Engine 1 Started at 19:47:32 |
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Beacon Lights Switched On at 19:47:32 |
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Landing Lights Switched On at 19:47:32 |
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Navigation Lights Switched On at 19:47:32 |
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Strobe Lights Switched On at 19:47:32 |
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Taxi Lights Switched On at 19:47:32 |
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Landing Gear Down at 19:47:32 |
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Parking Brake On at 19:47:32 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:47:32 |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:47:40 |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:49:24 |
Approaching runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield from 2 nm to 1 nm. Descent from 526 ft agl to 387 ft agl. A decrease of 138 ft in 34 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 77.28 % |
Approach angle 3.4 ° 2.8 ° min to max 3.6 ° Target 3.0 ° |
2.8 | 3.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 75 kt 69 kt min to max 88 kt |
88 | 70 kt | |
| 62.85 % |
Heading variation -3.9 ° -6.8 ° min to max -0.7 ° |
-6.8 | -0.7 ° | |
| 98.49 % |
Average bank angle 1.5 ° 0.1 ° min to max 3.6 ° |
1.5 | 3.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 0.94 g 0.72 g min to max 1.08 g |
0.97 | 0.87 g | |
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Average VSI -222 fpm -499 fpm min to max 310 fpm |
-302 | -473 fpm | |
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Average altitude 487 ft agl 387 ft agl min to max 533 ft agl |
526 | 387 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle -1.8 ° -4.6 ° min to max 2.3 ° |
-1.4 | -3.6 ° | |
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Flaps Position 2 at 19:49:56 |
Approaching runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield from 1 nm to 0 nm. Descent from 378 ft agl to 10 ft agl. A decrease of 368 ft in 36 seconds.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 95.79 % |
Approach angle 1.4 ° 0.6 ° min to max 3.6 ° Target 3.0 ° |
3.6 | 0.6 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average speed 70 kt 62 kt min to max 72 kt |
70 | 62 kt | |
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Heading variation 0.3 ° -0.3 ° min to max 0.4 ° |
-0.3 | 0.2 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.8 ° 0.0 ° min to max 1.9 ° |
0.7 | 0.5 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 0.88 g 0.64 g min to max 1.04 g |
0.86 | 0.64 g | |
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Average VSI -495 fpm -754 fpm min to max -81 fpm |
-498 | -84 fpm | |
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Average altitude 66 ft agl 10 ft agl min to max 378 ft agl |
378 | 10 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle -3.0 ° -5.8 ° min to max 1.7 ° |
-3.8 | 1.7 ° |
Landing on runway 11 at EGZU Andreas Airfield, runway length 953 m. Good threshold height. Threshold speed was a little below target at 61 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Threshold speed was a little below target at 61 kt. Target 69 kt |
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| 100 % |
Target 50 ft agl |
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| 100 % |
Landing and flare profile |
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| 100 % |
Heading variation 0.2 ° 0.2 ° min to max 0.2 ° |
0.2 | 0.2 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 1.3 ° 0.5 ° min to max 1.5 ° |
0.5 | 1.4 ° | |
| 100 % |
Average g force 0.56 g 0.50 g min to max 0.64 g |
0.64 | 0.50 g | |
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Average speed 58 kt 55 kt min to max 61 kt |
61 | 55 kt | |
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Average VSI -81 fpm -88 fpm min to max -74 fpm |
-84 | -88 fpm | |
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Average altitude 4 ft agl 1 ft agl min to max 6 ft agl |
6 | 1 ft agl | |
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Average pitch angle 2.6 ° 1.7 ° min to max 3.3 ° |
1.7 | 3.3 ° |
Touchdown distance was good at 92 m. Touchdown speed at 55 kt was good. Touchdown rate was excellent at -88 fpm. Runway touchdown position was slightly misaligned by 3.5 m from centreline. Local weather - Temperature 20 °C. Wind 3 kt at 224 °. Crosswind: 2 kt Tailwind: 1 kt.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Touchdown VSI was -88 fpm. |
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Touchdown distance was 92 m Target 457 m |
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Speed at touchdown 55 kt Target below 61 kt |
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| 98.32 % |
Runway alignment max 3.51 m 3.49 m left |
3.48 | 3.45 m | |
| 100 % |
Average bank angle 0.5 ° 0.1 ° min to max 1.4 ° |
1.4 | 0.2 ° | |
| 99.71 % |
Average g force 0.50 g 0.49 g min to max 0.54 g |
0.50 | 0.54 g | |
| 100 % |
Landing Bounce |
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Average speed 54 kt 54 kt min to max 55 kt |
55 | 54 kt | |
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Average pitch angle 2.0 ° 0.7 ° min to max 3.3 ° |
3.3 | 0.7 ° |
Total landing distance 384 m, 40 % of runway. Runway rollout alignment was very good.
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
| 100 % |
Landing distance 384 m 40 % of runway. |
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| 98.61 % |
Runway alignment max 3.43 m 3.43 m left to 0.00 m left |
3.43 | 1.55 m | |
| 64 % |
Average g force 1.53 g 0.59 g min to max 2.76 g |
0.59 | 2.15 g | |
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Average speed 49 kt 34 kt min to max 54 kt |
54 | 34 kt | |
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Average pitch angle -0.1 ° -1.3 ° min to max 2.1 ° |
0.5 | -1.0 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.0 ° min to max 0.6 ° |
0.1 | 0.3 ° | |
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Flaps Position 1 at 19:51:09 |
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Flaps Fully Retracted at 19:51:10 |
Exiting runway, average speed 12 kt
| Score | Description | Start | Profile | End |
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Average speed 12 kt 0 kt min to max 27 kt |
27 | 0 kt | |
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Average pitch angle -1.3 ° -1.8 ° min to max -1.0 ° |
-1.0 | -1.3 ° | |
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Average bank angle 0.3 ° 0.1 ° min to max 0.5 ° |
0.4 | 0.4 ° | |
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Average g force 1.33 g 1.00 g min to max 1.90 g |
1.90 | 1.00 g |
On this particular instance, the GA-8 Airvan Commuter aircraft, registered as N13AV, successfully landed at EGZU Andreas Airfield. The final approach to runway 11 was executed from the west, heading 94.0 degrees at an altitude of 526 feet above ground level (agl) and 2 nautical miles from the runway. The aircraft displayed a notable proficiency, scoring an impressive 98.7% in its landing.
Throughout the landing process, the threshold height was deemed satisfactory, while the threshold speed was slightly below the target of 61 knots. However, this did not impact the subsequent stages of the landing. Notably, the touchdown distance of 92 meters, and touchdown speed of 55 knots, were both found to be within acceptable limits. Moreover, the touchdown rate was exceptional, measuring -88 feet per minute.
During landing, a very modest crosswind, tailwind, and wind speed of 3 knots were present at 224 degrees. Although this slight wind could have posed some difficulty for the pilot, the overall performance of the aircraft remained satisfactory. The runway touchdown position was 3.5 meters off-center from the runway centerline, a minor discrepancy. Nonetheless, the aircraft demonstrated exceptional performance by requiring a modest landing distance of 384 meters, which is only 40% of the available runway length of 953 meters.
Once the aircraft's wheels touched the ground, the runway rollout alignment was exceptionally good. Overall, the successful landing showcased the capabilities and proficiency of the GA-8 Airvan Commuter aircraft, further solidifying its reputation as a reliable and effective model for a range of aviation applications.
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