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Old 20th Aug 2022, 14:43
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And you can hear what I assume to be the C150, calling out his position several times, including crosswind, downwind, and left base. He even calls that he sees the twin "behind him" when it seems he turns final.
Then it sounds like the 150 was established in the circuit, reporting his position (perhaps not using a transponder - perhaps not required), and the 340 flew a straight in. VFR landing traffic at an uncontrolled airport has to give way to airplanes established in the circuit.

Is it possible to land a C340 on a 4500 ft runway with a groundspeed of 180 kts at the runway threshold?
With great skill, somewhat abusive engine handling, and lots of braking, maybe. Normally, no.
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