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Mastering Short Field Landings (A Step-by-Step Guide)

Pilot Institute

If it prevents you from landing close to the threshold, a short runway becomes even shorter. x V SO (or POH recommendation) by around 500 feet AGL. The aiming point at an actual short field should be as close to the threshold as is safe. Will you need a crosswind correction? Choose an aiming point. Full flaps, 1.3

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How to Make a Perfect Soft Field Landing Every Time

Pilot Institute

A faster, reduced-flaps approach improves aircraft control during strong crosswinds or gusts. If you’re not stabilized at 200 feet AGL, go around. On a normal landing, you’d pull the power over the threshold, begin your roundout, and flare around 10 feet AGL. When crossing the threshold, start reducing the power.

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