Avianca A320 Training Flight: Go-Around, Diversion, and Runway 19 Approach to Santa Marta

Training Flight Overview

• ✈️ The flight features Captain Alejandro Gonzalez and two other captains on an instruction flight in an Avianca Airbus A320.
• 🎯 The initial destination was Santa Marta, with an expected flight time of approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Initial Takeoff and Climb

• 🚀 The crew performed standard pre-takeoff checks, including engine start, crossfeed, and fly control checks.
• ✅ Takeoff procedures were executed with SRS runway auto, reaching 100 knots and rotating at B1.
• 📈 The aircraft entered a level climb, with flap retraction and speed checks confirming a stable ascent.

Diversion to Barranquilla

• ⚠️ A go-around was necessary at Santa Marta due to poor visibility, preventing a safe landing.
• ⏳ The aircraft then entered a holding pattern south of Santa Marta.
• 📍 As weather conditions did not improve, the flight was diverted to the alternate airport in Barranquilla for safety.

Refueling and Return to Santa Marta

• ⛽ After landing in Barranquilla, the aircraft was refueled while awaiting updated weather information for Santa Marta.
• ✈️ Upon favorable conditions, the flight recommenced to Santa Marta.
• 🛫 The second takeoff from Barranquilla was successful, with the crew performing standard checks and procedures.

Runway 19 Approach to Santa Marta

• ⛰️ The approach to Santa Marta's runway 19 involved navigating terrain, including hills and a communication tower.
• 💡 The crew followed a visual procedure combined with an RNAV procedure, requiring visual conditions for the final approach.
• ✅ The flight successfully landed on runway 19 after a beautiful and scenic approach, concluding the training flight.