Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

In this article, we’ll cover all you need to know to confidently master crosswind landings. Key Takeaways Manage crosswind landing challenges using the crab and sideslip techniques. Plan for crosswind conditions with step-by-step procedures. The greater the crosswind, the steeper the aircraft’s bank into the wind.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Placing the center of gravity ahead of the aircraft’s center of lift improves longitudinal stability. Doing so provides more lateral stability since the aircraft’s Center of Gravity (CG) lies below the wings. A jolt from the side can trigger a Dutch roll when flying in gusty crosswinds or heavy turbulence.

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Stability Center of Gravity Aileron Rudder 52

Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2024

This tendency is due to their high center of gravity and heavy engine over the nose wheel. A faster, reduced-flaps approach improves aircraft control during strong crosswinds or gusts. In both exams, you must keep the aircraft centered on the runway throughout the approach and landing, with minimal side drift.

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Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Tailwheel Endorsement A Tailwheel Endorsement is essential for pilots who wish to operate tailwheel aircraft, which have their main wheels located behind the center of gravity. Obtaining this endorsement allows pilots to fly a broader range of aircraft, enhancing their versatility and skills.

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Weather Center of Gravity 52

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

This shifts the ailerons Center of Gravity (C.G.) They just keep the wings level, and the aircraft will simply drift with the wind if its experiencing any significant crosswind. This makes the aileron more prone to flutter and can also induce buffeting. With enough mass added, the C.G.

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Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Combining the Gweduck’s advanced hull with its counter-rotating propellers means differential power allows crosswind water taxiing impossible in floatplanes along with higher hull-in-water taxiing speeds. “We A long wheelbase and reasonably firm gear offset the Gweduck’s high center of gravity to make an easy-handling taildragger.

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