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What is a Stall? – When Wings Stop Working

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If you tilt your hand upward slightly, you can feel an increase in lift but if you tilt it too much, the airflow becomes turbulent, and lift suddenly decreases. This is why an aircraft can stall at higher airspeeds during abrupt maneuvers, a situation known as an accelerated stall. But how does it occur in actual flight?

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Mastering Crosswind Landings (A Step-by-Step Guide)

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This puts you at risk of an accelerated stall. However, the obstacles generate mechanical turbulence, making the air less stable. A right crosswind can cause you to turn final too soon. If you overshoot the final, do not make a steep turn or use excessive rudder to correct for it. Be prepared for gusts!