Hey all,
Recently I made the transition from piston aircraft to turboprop. I have experience flying navajo's and 206's in "bush" type settings, and of course have had some pretty hilarious landings during my career thus far. More often than not, however, I prided myself at being able to obtain smooth touchdowns at best of times - due not to great skill mind you, but more of just thousands of hours on just two birds, and - Luck.
Humility is key for this profession, and I've swallowed enough pies for this lot. In any case, like most, I always seek to perfect or better understand the machine I'm handling, so I'm seeking the advice of more
experienced B1900d pilots.
Specifically,
Is there any insider tip on how to have a really smooth touchdown?
Currently, I work the prescribed tips of Vref @ 50' (plus and gust factors), and throttle's slowly to idle when in the flare. All looks good until touchdown, which is rather firm. No bounce mind you, but no "claps" from the seals in the back either.
Any tips?
Thanks in advance.
