Airbus A350-1000 Manual Approach and Landing into Paris

Approach Preparation

• ✈️ The flight crew prepared for the approach into Paris, identifying key frequencies and the final approach profile.
• 🗺️ The airfield of Paroli was identified, with landing planned for runway 25 and a specific taxiway route (Whiskey 37 to Bravo 03) determined.
• 💡 A decision was made to fly the approach manually if weather conditions remained favorable, disengaging autopilot and autothrust.

Manual Approach Execution

• 🛫 The flight director and autopilot were disengaged, and the final course was set to 254.
• ⚙️ The approach checklist was completed, including setting QNH to 1010 and minimums to 490 ft.
• 💨 With flaps extended incrementally and speed checked at each stage, the aircraft descended towards the runway.
• ✅ The landing checklist was finalized, autobreak set, and the aircraft was stabilized for landing.

Landing and Taxi

• 📍 The Airbus A350-1000 touched down on runway 25, with spoilers and reverse thrust deployed.
• 🛬 After landing, the after-landing checklist was completed, and the aircraft was cleared to taxi.
• 🅿️ The crew requested taxiway Whiskey 42 and prepared for engine shutdown on one engine to conserve fuel during the taxi to the gate.

Post-Flight Reflections

• ✨ The crew reflected on a successful manual approach into Paroli, noting the pleasant weather conditions that allowed for this interesting maneuver.
• 🗺️ The flight was part of a Caribbean round trip from Paris, highlighting the operational capabilities of the Air Caraibes A350-1000.