Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

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. Higher TAS = different category aircraft = higher MDA) A higher TAS does yield a larger turn radius, even in the same aircraft approach category. What speed on final approach?

Approach 97

Approach AGL Descent Runway 97

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

On final approach to SIN. We touched down firmly on the ground with the reverse thrust deployed to slow the aircraft down. After the engines were started up, we taxied to runway 15 for departure. Another view of KUL airport during take off. At this point of time, we started our descent not long after. We parked at terminal 3.

Runway 59

Runway Descent Airlines Airline 59

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JUNE 3, 2025

We were on final approach into runway 06L. Spoilers were armed while the reverse thrust was deployed to slow the aircraft. Another wonderful joyride on the A220-300, courtesy of Bombardier. We made a few turns during our descent to follow the traffic in preparation for landing. Flying over some hilly areas. Touched down!

Runway 59

Runway Weather Narrow-Body Aircraft Descent 59

Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The indications for the loss of tail rotor thrust are listed as: uncontrollable yawing to the right (left side slip) nose-down tucking possible roll of fuselage The severity of these symptoms is affected by airspeed, centre of gravity, power being used and density altitude.

Torque 98

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot 98

Air Facts

MAY 20, 2024

After completing the approach briefing, we were given our descent clearance and I initiated the Vertical Nav profile that was loaded into the FMS. As the thrust levers rolled back, I asked for the descent checklist. I remember Jim saying to me, “Mark, I don’t care how bad your landing is, but whatever happens, don’t go around.”

Flight Deck 96

Flight Deck Cockpit Approach Descent 96

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

An IFR pilot will run the GUMPS checklist before passing the final approach fix. Leading you to become too high and too fast on the approach. Final Approach The last turn will be from base to final. If flying IFR, most approaches will align you perfectly with the runway. So, what does GUMPS stand for?

Airplanes 52

Airplanes Descent Approach Final Approach 52

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The RNAV approach to the 7,000-foot Runway 31 that snakes around from the Runway 4 extended centerline, loops past Citi Field, and rolls out on a tight-in final approach. I spent our 82-minute flight to New York’s crown jewel of airports explaining the intricacies and idiosyncrasies that go with landing there.

Runway 52

Runway Approach Knot Jet 52

Air Facts

MAY 5, 2025

It was also destroying the propellers air foils causing a loss of thrust. At about one mile from the final approach fix, I put the Cessna into a high-speed dive towards the minimum descent altitude of 400 feet AGL. At first, I thought we had an engine problem, but soon realized it was not the engine, but the propeller.

VOR 52

VOR Weather Approach Runway 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

AUGUST 2, 2024

At this point, we were on final approach. We touched down smoothly and reverse thrusts were deployed to slow the aircraft down. Mumbai had been raining for weeks at this point. This reminds me of the city of Sao Paulo (Brazil). The weather looked worse compared to my previous arrival at this airport. Almost there!

Descent 102

Descent Runway Cabin Crew Weather 102

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

At this point, we were on final approach. Reverse thrust was deployed. We were placed on a holding pattern due to heavy traffic at our arrival airport. However, that gave the passengers an opportunity to enjoy the amazing view. The city of Fukuoka greeted us. With that, my enjoyable flight came to an end.

Cabin Crew 59

Cabin Crew Weather Airlines Airline 59

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

OCTOBER 15, 2024

At this point, we were on final approach as landing gears were deployed and flaps were set. On final approach onto runway 20R. Reverse thrusts were deployed and our aircraft slowed down to taxi speed. Once we were released from our holding pattern, we were given instructions to prepare for arrival.

Cabin Crew 59

Cabin Crew Weather Descent Turbulence 59

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

At this point, we were on final approach to runway 31L. Reverse thrusts were deployed to slow our aircraft down. Many hours later, we started our descent into New York. At this point, the flight was smooth thanks to the good weather. We landed smoothly on runway 31L. Welcome back to the U.S!

Airlines 52

Airlines Airline Runway Final Approach 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

APRIL 15, 2024

We were on final approach onto runway 02L, greeted by the familar sighting of the Eastern part of Singapore. 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. At this point, we started our descent into Changi Airport.

Runway 52

Runway Airlines Airline Cabin Crew 52

Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a low-visibility approach through dense fog. During the final approach, the pilot reduced engine throttles to manage airspeed and align with the Instrument Landing System glideslope.

Wind Shear 265

Wind Shear Instrument Landing System Final Approach Runway 265

AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

More air molecules in engine cylinders allow the engine to produce more power; more air molecules moving across the propellor blades and wings means more efficient thrust and lift. Phoenix Approach Control gave us a few delay vectors before turning us onto final approach.

Density Altitude 52

Density Altitude OAT Airplanes Fixed Base Operator 52

Aerotime

JULY 19, 2024

Haynes took the controls and, noting the same control issues, reduced thrust on the number one engine, which resulted in the aircraft rolling out in a wings-level attitude, giving the crew critical time to evaluate the dire situation Flight 232 was facing. The plane entered a descending right-hand turn.

Runway 288

Runway Horizontal Stabilizer Airlines Airline 288

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

This ensures the aircraft gains enough thrust to climb away from the runway safely. Pilots must be ready to initiate a go-around if the conditions deteriorate below safe limits during final approach. Pitch Adjustment: After adding power, the pilot gently adjusts the pitch attitude to achieve the best angle for climb.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Approach Runway Wind Shear 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MARCH 30, 2025

That is the thrust reverser which is used only during landing or abortion of take off, to slow the aircraft to taxi speed or come to a complete stop. On final approach We touched down after 4 hours and 1 minute in the air. Starlux's Airbus A330-900neo Tigerair Taiwan's A320ceo with the Rakuton Monkeys' special livery.

Airlines 52

Airlines Airline Descent Cargo 52

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Glide control and approach management are life-saving without engine thrust. When your aircraft loses thrust, youll have to glide it safely to the ground using only aerodynamic control. When the engine is running, the propeller is in motion, actively generating thrust. What Is a Deadstick Landing?

Pilot 59

Pilot Descent Approach Thrust 59

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Detecting them is difficult, which makes final approach and landing especially dangerous. Calm down and follow these steps: Apply maximum thrust immediately. This weather phenomenon is called a microburst , one of aviations deadliest threats. They are violent, localized downdrafts that strike without warning. What do you do?

Wind Shear 66

Wind Shear Weather Descent Approach 66

Aerotime

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The DHC-8, which had been tasked to transport supplies to Niigata in response to the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurring the previous day, had entered the runway at Haneda Airport as the JAL A350 was on final approach. The copilot selected the thrust reversers. The aircraft then bounced to a height of about three feet (2m).

Runway 256

Runway Airlines Airline Horizontal Stabilizer 256

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JULY 22, 2024

Before I know it, we were on our final approach. We were on final approach into New Delhi. Touched down with the reverse thrust kicking in to slow the aircraft down. This is the Roll Royce XWB-84 engines, with 84,000 Ibf thrust. With that, my flight with Air India's A350 has come to an end.

Cabin Crew 59

Cabin Crew Runway Weather Ceiling 59