Return to field — FLANKER1

KVPS · 12

2026-08-31 21:09 UTC· KVPS → KVPS· TOP ACES CORP· F16

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FLANKER1 (TOP Aces) had departed KVPS on 2026-08-31. SkyMeter detected a return to field at Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) on runway 12 at 21:09 UTC. Peak altitude 11,568 ft, turnaround area near Panama City, US. METAR at the time reported 0 kt wind, 16,093 m visibility. Detection algorithm and known limitations: see SkyMeter methodology.

Pilot review data

  • Runway 12
  • 11568 ft AGL at event
  • 476 kt ground speed
  • 0 fpm vertical
  • 0 kt wind
  • 0 kt crosswind component
  • 16,093 m visibility
  • KVPS 102055Z 00000KT 10SM FEW200 28/24 A2996 RMK AO2A LTG DSNT W RAB1955E15 SLPNO ALSTG ESTMD P0008 60012 57027 FZRANO CHINO RWY02 $

Flight context

  • FLANKER1
  • TOP Aces
  • F16
  • KVPS → KVPS
  • 2026-08-31 21:09 UTC
  • KVPS runway 12

Automated analysis. Events shown on this page (such as go-around, unstable approach, or runway events) are heuristic classifications produced by algorithms from publicly broadcast ADS-B data. They are intended to surface flights of interest for further review — they are not findings of fact, and they do not determine pilot fault, regulatory compliance, or the cause of any occurrence. Coverage gaps and sensor noise can affect accuracy. Only the relevant civil aviation authority or accident investigation body can make official determinations. How we detect events · Dispute or correct this data

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