Landing - JSS2 Physical and health education Lesson Note

Landing is the phase of flight where an aircraft returns to the ground. It's a critical and delicate maneuver that requires precise control of speed, altitude, and descent rate.

The landing process involves several key steps: approach, flare, touchdown, and rollout. During the approach, the aircraft descends towards the runway while reducing speed. The flare occurs just before touchdown when the nose of the aircraft is raised, reducing the rate of descent. Touchdown is when the aircraft's wheels make contact with the runway. Finally, the rollout is the phase where the aircraft slows down and exits the runway.

Pilots must consider factors like wind speed and direction, runway length, aircraft weight, and visibility when planning and executing a landing. They also rely on instruments and visual cues to maintain proper alignment and descent profile.