Northstar VFR

MARCH 30, 2025

Begin a turn around the point, keeping asteepest bank angleon the downwind, where your groundspeed is highest. your groundspeed begins to slow down),shallow your bank angleto compensate for the decreasing groundspeed. Pro tip: Watch your airspeed vs groundspeed. Lets take a look at these ground reference maneuvers: 1.

Groundspeed 52

Groundspeed AGL Crosswind Rudder 52

Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

A headwind lowers groundspeed , making landing easier. Your ailerons and rudder will be neutral once you’re in the crab position. Simultaneously, we apply ailerons opposite the rudder input. The ailerons control our lateral position over the runway. Keep the aileron deflected into the wind through the rollout.

Crosswind 52

Crosswind Longitudinal Axis Aileron Rudder 52

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

A quick way to estimate the correct descent rate for a 3-degree glidepath is to multiply your groundspeed by five. How to Improve the Final Approach After lining up with the extended centerline, assess if the aircraft is above or below the glidepath. Keep the ailerons into the wind. Flying at 60 knots?

Descent 52

Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52