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Old 23rd May 2011, 15:30
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To add a little bit to what MJ wrote, most light aircraft's landing performance charts will specify the conditions & technique used to achieve the distances. Typically it involves power off by 50', as well as configured, stable & at the correct speed.

It's certainly possible to land in less than the book figures using other techniques however you risk losing some safety margins and possibly insurance coverage.
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