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Keep the back pressure coming once the flare is established, holding the nose up through to touchdown instead of easing it.
What happened: The flare arrested the sink but 146 fpm of it came back before touchdown, and in flights like this one that returning sink usually carries through to a firm or hard touchdown at 252 fpm.
Watch for: Vertical speed indicator: the sink held near zero all the way through touchdown, not allowed to build back up.
Arrive slow and the sink rate at the threshold is already above schedule, the flare is short because there is no energy to extend it, and the touchdown is hard in a way that feels exactly like a late flare. Diagnosing a slow arrival as a late flare is the catastrophic misread: you respond by flaring earlier, which bleeds more speed, which makes the next one worse. The tiebreaker is threshold speed against VRef, not feel. Never diagnose a flare without it.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
Two stabilised approach gates, each with seven checks, where the approach path is 1,000 ft and 500 ft above the runway.
At the 1,000 ft gate: off the centreline.
At the 500 ft gate: off the centreline.
The approach, gate by gate
Side view — the last 5,468 ft of the approach.
Plan view — the first 5,468 ft of the 7,793 ft runway, to the same scale as the side view.
The 1,309 ft touchdown sits inside the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight took place on board an Airbus A319, commencing with a short taxiing journey from the parking area to the runway at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport's runway 12L. This segment of the flight took approximately 4 minutes to complete, covering a distance of less than 1 nm.
Upon reaching the runway, the aircraft successfully completed its departure roll, lifting off the ground after just 4,576 feet of takeoff distance. Notably, this was 57% of the available runway length. Upon liftoff, the plane achieved a speed of 145 kt.
As the aircraft departed the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, it entered into local weather conditions characterized by a mild temperature of 58 °F, accompanied by a calm atmosphere with no wind. The plane then began its enroute climb, which started approximately 1 mile west of Mendota Heights in the state of Minnesota, United States. The climb took approximately 18 minutes to reach an altitude of 37,231 feet, covering a horizontal distance of 120 nm. This significant increase in altitude translates to a climb of 35,495 feet, showcasing the aircraft's impressive performance capabilities.
Following the enroute climb, the plane transitioned into enroute level cruise, which began approximately 7 miles south west of Prentice in the state of Wisconsin, United States. This segment of the flight lasted 82 minutes, allowing the plane to cover a distance of 651 nm, highlighting its efficiency in maintaining a steady cruise altitude.
As the plane continued on its journey, it commenced an enroute descent approximately 2 miles south east of Edwards in the state of New York. This rapid descent, which took 24 minutes to complete, resulted in a decrease of 36,586 feet in altitude. The aircraft's ability to rapidly descend and adjust to varying conditions showcases its adaptability.
In preparation for landing at Burlington International Airport, the plane initiated its final approach, targeting runway 33. This approach took the plane from an altitude of 37,045 feet to a safe touchdown at 459 feet above ground level (agl). Notably, this descent occurred over a distance of 89 nm, demonstrating the aircraft's control and precision during the final stages of flight.
Upon completion of the descent and final approach, the plane touched down safely onto runway 33 at KBTV Burlington International Airport. The aircraft landed on the 7,793-foot runway with good threshold height, achieving a touchdown speed of 122 kt and touchdown distance of 1,317 feet. Additionally, the plane's rate of descent at touch down was firm at -307 feet per minute, further underscoring its precision in controlling flight dynamics. The alignment of the runway with the aircraft during touchdown was also perfect.
Following a smooth landing, the aircraft came to a stop at the end of the runway in just 5,213 feet, accounting for 67% of the available runway length. Once stopped, the plane commenced taxiing to a convenient parking location, which took approximately 3 minutes to complete. The flight distance covered was a total of 864 nm, utilizing 10,057 pounds of fuel throughout the duration of the flight, which lasted for a total of 133 minutes.
Comprehensive Report on a Successful A319 Landing at KBTV Burlington International Airport
On this particular landing, an Airbus A319 achieved a remarkable 98.9% efficiency score, indicating a superb demonstration of skill and precision by the pilot. As the aircraft began its final approach to runway 33 at KBTV Burlington International Airport, located approximately 0 nautical miles from the southeastern direction with a heading of 310.0°, the landing was set for a perfect touchdown.
Throughout the landing process, the threshold height and speed were excellent, with the aircraft making a smooth and controlled touchdown. The threshold speed was particularly noteworthy, at 130 kt, it was well within the standard threshold speed guidelines, ensuring a safe and steady descent. The touchdown distance was also well within the acceptable range, measuring 1,317 ft, further emphasizing the proficiency of the pilot.
The aircraft's touchdown speed of 122 kt was also well-regulated, providing a controlled deceleration upon landing. Additionally, the touchdown rate of -307 fpm was firm but within the standard limits for a commercial airliner. These factors collectively contributed to a smooth and uneventful landing, demonstrating exceptional piloting skills.
The local weather conditions on the day of the landing were favorable, with an ambient temperature of 72°F and a relatively light wind blowing at 7 kt from the northwest direction. The lack of significant crosswind or headwind conditions contributed to the landing's efficiency and precision. The aircraft's total landing distance of 5,213 ft was 67% of the available runway length, ensuring ample space for a safe rollout.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft maintained perfect runway rollout alignment, a testament to the pilot's skill and control. The runway touchdown alignment was also flawless, ensuring the aircraft remained within a safe and controlled area throughout the landing process. Overall, this A319 landing at KBTV Burlington International Airport was a model of proficiency and precision, with the aircraft achieving an impressive 98.9% efficiency score.
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