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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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One stabilised approach gate for a circuit: six checks at the point nearest 500 ft above the runway after the base turn. The 1,000 ft gate is an instrument-approach check and does not apply.
Side view — the last 1,035 m of the approach.
Plan view — the full 1,035 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 270 m touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight began with the aircraft, a Douglas DC-6B, taxiing from the parking area to the runway at EDHK Kiel-Holtenau Airport. This process took approximately 2 minutes and covered a distance of less than 1 nautical mile. The aircraft then proceeded to depart from runway 26, with a takeoff distance of 931 meters, which was 90% of the runway's length. The liftoff speed was achieved at 95 knots.
The local weather conditions at the time of takeoff were characterized by a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 2 knots from a direction of 270 degrees. This resulted in a headwind of 2 knots, with no crosswind component. As the aircraft entered the left-hand pattern, it covered a distance of 2 nautical miles in 65 seconds.
Upon completing the left-hand pattern, the aircraft began its downwind turn, covering a distance of 3 nautical miles. The angle to the runway was 45 degrees, with a bank angle of 5.9 degrees. The aircraft then commenced its final approach to runway 08, which was located to the west. The approach was made from a heading of 54.0 degrees, at an altitude of 1,058 feet above ground level, and a distance of 3 nautical miles from the runway.
The landing on runway 08 was successful, with a threshold height that was considered good. The threshold speed was slightly above the target speed, at 104 knots. The touchdown distance was 270 meters, which was considered good, but the touchdown speed was a little fast at 98 knots. The touchdown rate was smooth, at -134 feet per minute, and the runway touchdown alignment was perfect.
The local weather conditions at the time of landing were characterized by a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius and a wind speed of 2 knots from a direction of 270 degrees. This resulted in a tailwind of 2 knots, with no crosswind component. The total landing distance was 664 meters, which was 64% of the runway's length. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect.
In conclusion, the flight was completed with a total distance of 9 nautical miles, taking approximately 5 minutes to complete. The aircraft used 134 kilograms of fuel during the flight. Overall, the flight was considered successful, with a smooth and controlled landing.
The Douglas DC-6B aircraft successfully landed at EDHK Kiel-Holtenau Airport, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in its approach and landing procedures. The aircraft began its final approach to runway 08 from the west, heading 54.0° at a distance of 3 nautical miles and an altitude of 1,058 feet above ground level (agl). This positioning allowed the pilot to maintain a steady course and take advantage of the prevailing wind conditions.
The local weather at the time of landing was characterized by a temperature of 15°C and a gentle wind of 2 knots from a direction of 270°. This resulted in a negligible crosswind component and a slight tailwind of 2 knots, which had a minimal impact on the aircraft's approach and landing. The pilot's ability to adapt to these conditions and maintain a smooth approach is a testament to their skill and experience.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft's speed was slightly above the target threshold speed of 102 knots, registering at 104 knots. However, the touchdown distance of 270 meters was well within the acceptable range, indicating a good rate of descent and a smooth touchdown. The touchdown speed of 98 knots was a little fast, but the pilot was able to maintain control and bring the aircraft to a stop within a reasonable distance.
The aircraft's touchdown rate was smooth, with a rate of -134 feet per minute (fpm), which is a good indication of the pilot's ability to control the aircraft's descent and maintain a stable approach. The runway touchdown alignment was perfect, with the aircraft aligning itself with the centerline of the runway, demonstrating a high level of precision and control.
The total landing distance of 664 meters was 64% of the runway length, which is a reasonable distance considering the aircraft's size and weight. The runway rollout alignment was also perfect, with the aircraft maintaining its alignment with the centerline of the runway throughout the rollout phase. Overall, the landing was a success, with the pilot demonstrating a high level of skill and proficiency in their approach and landing procedures.
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