per 8che:
The so called short field landing discussion is prevelant in light avaition much to the surprise of authorities/professionals. The correct landing technique should always use the minimum amount of distance required.
Not so sure about that; I've been on final for a 8000' rw and ATC asks me to "expedite" - and the first turnoff is 3000' beyond the numbers, and I'm in a taildragger in which high-speed turnoffs have a risk all their own. In that case I'll probably use half flaps and carry a bit of power to 1000' beyond the numbers - getting me down to a reasonable taxi speed about the time I make the turnoff. Is "correct landing technique" per your definition, or per mine?
I want to satisfy ATC's request (8che's right behind me in an A380, and he'll be awful mad
if he has to go around!), but I respect my own aeroplane's limitations.
Alternate scenario: Same 8000' rw, but no close traffic, and the FBO is at the far end of the field. Why shouldn't I keep power on and fly the first 5000' at 100' altitude, then throttle back to land in the final 3000'? I'm paying for my tires & brakes, and ATC has no objection.
It's all about good judgement, eh?
