Pilot Matt Dearden has shared dramatic footage of his challenging landings in Papua, Indonesia, showcasing the extreme conditions of airstrips like Bangga, which has a 30% gradient. Using a Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter, Dearden narrates the dangers posed by terrain and tropical weather. He transitioned from Europe to bush flying in Indonesia, where he initially planned to stay just a couple of years but found a passion for the challenging landings. The intricate balance of speed and control is crucial to safely land on these steep and short runways.
'These videos show various landings in a mountainous and remote region of Papua, Indonesia. The dangers include the terrain, tropical weather, and the location of the airstrips.'
'Landing on Bangga is like trying to fly into a brick wall and land the aircraft. The pitch change from a landing attitude into a steep climb for the touchdown requires balancing the aircraft's energy with power and airspeed.'
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