Pilot Institute
MARCH 19, 2025
The altimeter setting for the aerodrome is 29.93 Ideally, they try to land into a headwind, may tolerate crosswinds , and try to avoid significant tailwinds. Why it is important in a METAR Landing in a strong crosswind is a tricky business. 9) Altimeter Setting A3000 Last but not least, you will find the aerodrome pressure.
Plane and Pilot
APRIL 1, 2025
Altimeter set. I turned crosswind and attempted to shallow the climb. This time, I pulled out some power as I transitioned to the crosswind leg. I set the speed at 1,400 rpm. I focused on temperatures and pressures for several minutes, waiting for the oil to warm. Pitch trim neutral. Fuel pump on. My shirt was wet.
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Plane and Pilot
MARCH 25, 2025
A steam gauge airspeed indicator, Garmin G3X, autopilot, Garmin G5, transponder, fuel selector, accelerometer, and steam gauge altimeter were centered directly in front of me. Throttle, prop, mixture, recognition lights (the GameBird is day VFR only), and trim were on the left side of the cockpit.
Pilot Institute
MAY 4, 2024
The local altimeter setting is 29.65, the temperature is 25°C, and we have a 9-knot headwind. Subtract the altimeter setting from 29.92, multiply it by 1,000, and add that to the field elevation. Will you need a crosswind correction? Crosswind Landings Short-field landings teach you to fly slowly and precisely.
Pilot Institute
OCTOBER 16, 2024
If there is a crosswind at the airport, you should mention this in your brief. Discuss your nominated crosswind technique. Explain what aircraft input you will require to land the aircraft in the crosswind. For example, the crosswind is from left to right. But this can be hard to judge when the altimeter is so sensitive.
Pilot Institute
MAY 9, 2024
Glance at your altimeter. It’s an amazing feeling to hit your target altitude without having glanced at the altimeter. A strong, gusty crosswind will push your stick and rudder skills to the limit. Check out our latest article on crosswind landings here. The bank angle should be about 15°.
Airspeed Junkie
AUGUST 2, 2024
The reliability of the Cessna 172 shines through in various flight conditions, including crosswinds and turbulence. The classic six-pack of flight instruments that pilots have relied on for decades remains a staple in the Cessna 172. This simplicity in control is one of the reasons why the Cessna 172 is so popular in flight training programs.
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