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. Add a zero, and that gives you a 400ft target rate of descent.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Any substantial changes to speed and descent rate will destabilize the landing. The drag allows for a steeper descent, which is particularly helpful when avoiding obstacles. The local altimeter setting is 29.65, the temperature is 25°C, and we have a 9-knot headwind. Will you need a crosswind correction?

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

This system includes modes for: roll pitch heading vertical speed altitude hold approach These modes allow for a steady rate of descent, ascent, and consistent speed and altitude ranges. The reliability of the Cessna 172 shines through in various flight conditions, including crosswinds and turbulence.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 9, 2024

It’s just S-turns with climbs and descents, right? 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.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Altimeter+ Calculates the altitude of your current location via GPS, or from the built-in barometer included on newer iPhones and iPads.Offers Apple Watch app. Airbus FlySmart Airbus offers a collection of apps for pilots to assistwith performance planning, maintenance and other operational guidance when flying these airplanes.

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