The aircraft makes contact with the surface and uses brakes or reverse thrust to stop. 2. Key Risk Factors & Safety
The pilot aligns the aircraft with the runway, maintaining specific "pattern speeds". landing
The pilot raises the nose to further reduce airspeed and ensure the main wheels touch down first. The aircraft makes contact with the surface and
In aviation, landing is the most critical phase of flight. While it only accounts for approximately , it historically contributes to nearly 48% of fatal accidents . 1. Phases of a Normal Landing landing