Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

At approximately 30-40 feet agl, the spinning stopped and the helicopter appeared to stabilize for a brief moment before continuing a nose-low, forward descent into the grass north of Runway 28. Feather the blades to generate lift from the upward flow of air during the descent (instead of pushing the air downwards in powered flight).

Torque 78

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot 78

Ask Captain Lim

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

He then resorted to unconventional methods, using asymmetric thrust to make minimal directional changes. Unfortunately, the descent was too steep and fast, resulting in the right wing striking the ground and breaking off. In this worst-case scenario, the pilots lost all traditional control of the aircraft.

Runway 59

Runway Descent Thrust Tail 59

Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

Perhaps just prior to the start of descent could be the optimum time–certainly completed no later than commencement of approach. For example, some aircraft limit flaps and gear in icing until on approach or forbid the use of speed brakes or require a minimum thrust setting. We also benefit from the latest weather updates.

Approach 70

Approach AGL Descent Runway 70

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

APRIL 15, 2024

At this point, we started our descent into Changi Airport. Reverse thrust was deployed (only on the 2nd and 3rd engine) to slow the aircraft down to taxi speed. I am certainly a fan of these type of this view. We were on final approach onto runway 02L, greeted by the familar sighting of the Eastern part of Singapore.

Runway 52

Runway Airlines Airline Final Approach 52

Pilot Job Central

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

A significant amount of thrust generated by the engine comes from the fan rather than the core. Descent planning can be complicated and needs to be done more than 100 miles from the destination. These are the original turbine engines and aren’t as common now as they are inefficient and loud.

Pilot 52

Pilot Airplanes Weather Air Traffic Control 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

AUGUST 2, 2024

There were a few good bumps during take off and more of it during the descent especially flying through the clouds. Anyway, during the descent, there was quite a bit of bumps and that also includes a sudden downdraft that made me hold on to the seat in front of me, I dislike this feeling to be honest. Almost there!

Descent 102

Descent Runway Cabin Crew Weather 102

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Many hours later, we started our descent into New York. Reverse thrusts were deployed to slow our aircraft down. Off we go, I enjoyed some view of Sao Paulo before settling in. At this point, the flight was smooth thanks to the good weather. At this point, we were on final approach to runway 31L. We landed smoothly on runway 31L.

Airlines 52

Airlines Airline Runway Final Approach 52

Pilot Institute

MARCH 29, 2024

Thrust : The force generated by the engine that propels the aircraft forward. Pilots must counteract the additional drag with more thrust to maintain altitude. Gradually reduce thrust from cruise power. Climbs and Descents During Slow Flight It’s counterintuitive, but pitching up will not result in a climb during slow flight.

Lift 52

Lift Rudder Drag AGL 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JULY 22, 2024

Just as I was settled in, the captain announced to all of us that the flight had begun its descent and requested the crew to prepare for landing. Once we started our descent, I changed the channel to the camera mode (landing gear) to enjoy this view. At this point, we started our descent. This flight is too short to enjoy this.

Cabin Crew 59

Cabin Crew Runway Weather Airlines 59