Inspire

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Crosswinds are not inherently dangerous. The post Crosswind Takeoffs 2.0 — Understanding the Factors first appeared on Hangar Flying. All pilots should challenge themselves and practice them from time to time.

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Crosswind Hangar Pilot 40

Simple Flying

AUGUST 23, 2024

A crabbed landing is performed during crosswind when an aircraft is landed by pointing the nose of the aircraft into the wind on landing. The name comes from how crabs walk sideways on the beach (crabs face one direction but walk in a different direction). B-52 Stratrofortresses can't perform crabbed landing like normal aircraft.

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Crosswind Runway 105

Inspire

JANUARY 26, 2018

Brady had a crosswind component of about 6-9 knots (gusting 12-14) and that was enough to give him a good workout! He learned you really have to be sharp and on top of your game when handling a crosswind. The post Earning Wings: Flight 19 – Crosswind Workout first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Crosswind Knot Hangar 40

Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

” What about the old fashioned midfield crosswind, which many of us grew up flying? That, more than anything, explains the growing popularity of the teardrop: the traditional midfield crosswind is pretty hard to pull off with six airplanes in the pattern. There’s more than one way to fly crosswind.

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Crosswind Airplanes Runway Approach 98

AV Web

OCTOBER 29, 2024

There was a hefty crosswind and we landed rather hard (just like I always do in my Tri-Pacer). “My fiancé and I were chaperoning my 94-year-old grandparents on a flight to a vacation destination. Grandma walks just fine, but my World War II Marine veteran Grandpa had to use a wheelchair to get to his seat.

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Crosswind 90

Inspire

JANUARY 3, 2018

The post Earning Wings: Flight 10 – Stalls & Crosswind Landings first appeared on Hangar Flying. Brady’s instructor has him review stall recovery to prepare for his solo.

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Crosswind Hangar 40

Air Facts

JULY 15, 2024

Several times I’ve landed smoothly in a strong crosswind, then had trouble keeping the airplane on the runway. I approach using the wing low method in a crosswind. In a left crosswind you need right rudder during your sideslip, then once on the ground you need left rudder to correct for the skipping and keep the aircraft centered.

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Knot Crosswind Rudder Runway 98

Aviation Bussiness News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Air New Zealand Airbus A320 go around in violent winds Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 near engine strike during crosswind landing The post Aviation this week! Air Force F-15 fighter jet low turn after takeoff United Boeing 777 water salute in Brussels Video by Yarno M. appeared first on Aviation Business News.

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Crosswind Jet 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 4, 2024

When I was working on my PPL, I learned crosswind landings proficiently, plenty good enough for the check ride, but we never had an ugly, gusty, strong crosswind landing day. I was telling him how I had just made a whole series of beautiful, one-wheel, crosswind landings. He looked puzzled. Why might that be? Hopefully not.

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Crosswind Aileron Runway Pilot 52

Flying Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

If utilizing Runway 17 with left traffic, the crosswind turn will be heading 080, downwind 350, base 260, etc. Scenario 4: Crosswinds If only flight instructors could control the weather, we’d have the learners practicing crosswind takeoffs and landings on a regular basis.

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Crosswind Airplanes VOR Runway 105

Thrust Flight

JULY 11, 2024

You’re greasing the landings, your flight instructor has finally stopped chirping on about your insufficient use of the rudder, and the crosswind is blissfully mellow. One day, you’re flying the pattern and feeling pretty good about things. Then, all of a sudden, your CFI says it’s time to taxi back to the ramp.

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Crosswind Rudder Thrust 52

Flight Training Central

MAY 28, 2024

If the wind is as shown by the landing direction indicator, the pilot should land on Runway 9 and expect a crosswind from the right. Runway 27 and expect a crosswind from the right. The numbers 4 and 22 on the approach ends of the runway indicate that the runway is orientated approximately 004° and 022° true. 040° and 220° true.

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Crosswind Runway Air Traffic Control Clearance 98

Flight Training Central

MARCH 4, 2024

As the airplane turns onto the following base leg, the tailwind will decrease and becomes a crosswind. The pilot should be prepared for the necessary crosswind correction and compensate by turning more than 90° angling toward the inside of the rectangular course.

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Groundspeed Crosswind Aileron Rudder 52

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 23, 2024

The crosswinds were also too high for the HAC Hawker Fury which was due to fly with the IWM Spitfire Mk.1 Prior to and after the airshow, a pair of DH89 Dragon Rapides were kept busy giving rides, although in the late morning had to stop due to the crosswind out of limits, which also prevented the usual Tiger Moth rides.

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Crosswind Weather Approach Jet 90

Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

What is the difference between a normal landing and a crosswind landing? What condition applies when taking off at a high density altitude? Shorter takeoff roll Higher induced drag Lower induced drag Correct! Aileron up on the downwind wing Aileron up on the upwind wing Aileron down on the upwind wing Correct! lean the mixture.

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Aileron Density Altitude Pilot Drag 96

Northstar VFR

DECEMBER 9, 2023

But something I’ve noticed through my teaching is that a lot of students aren't taught when to turn their crosswind after takeoff. In 4-3-3 of the AIM, it discusses the proper altitude to make your initial turn into the crosswind. I’ve heard many pilots state that they always turn crosswind at 500 feet.

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Crosswind Aeronautical Information Manual Federal Aviation Regulations Air Traffic Control 52

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

And the scenario could become even more concerning if a high-crosswind or an engine-out condition were to occur simultaneously with a jammed or restricted rudder. On August 28, 2024, Boeing notified the NTSB that 25 US-registered planes have or had an affected SVO-730 rudder rollout guidance actuator installed.

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Rudder Crosswind Airplanes Pilot 288

Photographic Logbook

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Re-Dun has a primary 20 foot wide paved runway 17-35 (though FAA sources still indicate it to be grass 60' wide) and a grass crosswind runway that is typically completely lined with parked fly-in airplanes. As we approached the airport, I counted only three airplanes parked on the crosswind runway. This 1956 version was for sale.

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Crosswind Runway Airplanes Descent 52

Flight Training Central

MARCH 29, 2024

Quartering tailwind Quartering headwind Direct crosswind Correct! What is the difference between a normal landing and a crosswind landing? In your logbook (paper or electronic). What is the most hazardous wind condition when taxiing a tricycle gear airplane? There are no reporting requirements related to marijuana offenses.

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Aileron Crosswind Ground Effect Thrust 52

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

The small aileron “tabs” were not doing a great job in crosswind ability. Landing was wild, leading to the aircraft’s big wings striking the ground at times in the crosswinds approaching 35 knots. By neutralizing the yoke, I lost the ability to steer and attack whatever crosswind component was evident. This was in XP12.

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Crosswind Weather Knot Aileron 105

Air Facts

MAY 24, 2024

The only thing that caught my attention was a 90 degree crosswind coming from the east that was gusting to 11 or 12 knots. Turning base to final, I found the crosswind to be gusting as advertised. My left crosswind became left downwind very quickly. No ceiling so no hold for us today! Approach switched me to Tower.

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Aileron Crosswind Knot Runway 98

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

After a four-day ferry journey, the B-17 arrived there on October 22, with a brief diversion to Redmond, Oregon, due to high crosswinds. (Photo by Mike Lambert) The disassembly work for Yankee Lady will be undertaken by the Erickson Aircraft Collection in Madras, Oregon.

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Ferry Flight Crosswind 126

Flight Training Central

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

You’ll start by learning the basics of the crosswind, downwind, base and final legs, for the times you plan to stay “in the traffic pattern” when practicing multiple takeoffs and landings.

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Crosswind Approach 52

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 1, 2024

According to the user who uploaded the video, there was no crosswind at the time of this go around, but the runway was wet. In the video, the aircraft can be seen trying to land on runway 28, which is the airport’s shortest runway, at just over 8,200 feet in length.

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Runway Crosswind Pilot Jet 112

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

Flying the Base Leg All aircraft land into the wind, so the base leg usually involves some crosswind. The crosswind can push you out and mess up your glidepath if you’re not careful. If a crosswind catches the underside of the wing, it could cause a tip strike or even flip the aircraft upside down. Landing in a crosswind?

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Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52

Flight Training Central

JANUARY 1, 2024

Seek the Crosswind Practice crosswind landings whenever the opportunity exists. At airports with multiple runways choose the one with the most crosswind if traffic permits. Failures are rare, but when flying a retractable gear airplane, we should practice manually extending the gear.

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Crosswind Approach Rudder Airplanes 52

Vintage Aviation News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Unfortunately, during preparations to present the aircraft at Airbus’ CASA centennial, a combination of factors—crosswinds, rotor control issues, and a tail skid—led to an accident, damaging the autogyro. However, the dedicated team didn’t let this setback end their journey. They’ve rebuilt the C.4,

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Lift Crosswind Tail Pilot 114

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. You will either carry out the side-slip or de-crab technique.

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Airplanes Descent Approach Runway 52

Flying Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

Courtesy: Kevin Cortes] Landing with a slight left crosswind, we taxied over to transient parking right in front of Miss Bea Havin. We made a smooth entry into the pattern, despite Alex starting to feel a bit queasy—a first for her in general aviation, thanks to the bumpy ride. Stepping inside, the FBO felt welcoming.

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Crosswind Turbulence General Aviation Flight Plan 122

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 12, 2024

The idea is to create a comfortable and safe space for the community to view aircraft movements, with a clear view of the south runway (10R/28L), and the crosswind runway (16/34). The aircraft observation facility will be located on the site of the current informal airport viewing point on Old Airport Road, referred to by some as “The Mound.”

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Runway Crosswind 100

Plane and Pilot

JULY 9, 2024

The unique H-tail reduces the left-turning tendencies during takeoff while also minimizing the weathervaning effect prevalent in crosswinds. With a design dating back to the late 1930s, the Ercoupe was designed with fun, safety, and economy in mind.

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Rudder Airplanes Crosswind Tail 67

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Flight Gear Crosswind Bag If you’re bent toward practicality and cost-effectiveness, the Flight Gear Crosswind Bag does a lot for a little. Quick Look: Great Gear for New Pilots Headsets: Lightspeed Delta Zulu , David Clark H10-13.4

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Pilot Cockpit Crosswind Federal Aviation Regulations 71

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

One morning, I encouraged a student to fly in a crosswind that I knew he was capable of handling, even though I could sense his reluctance. You can use the time to acquire an understanding of an automated system’s various modes and, most importantly, gain experience by finding out its limitations.

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Weather Pilot Crosswind Approach 74

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Will you need a crosswind correction? Not Applying Crosswind Controls Directional control becomes difficult when proper technique isn’t applied during crosswind conditions. Crosswind Landings Short-field landings teach you to fly slowly and precisely. These stick and rudder skills will help you with crosswind landings.

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Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Descent 52

iPad Pilot News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Tap one, and you’ll see a graphical summary of the METAR, along with a menu of four options to dive deeper into the airport details: First, the frequencies view displays all relevant communication freqs and phone numbers for the airport: Tap the weather option to view all available reports and forecasts for the airport, including the raw and (..)

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Weather NOTAMs Ceiling Runway 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Less-than-ideal conditions may mean a shift in lesson plan from a cross-country to an opportunity to perfect crosswind technique. In a crosswind landing , calling for a go-around when the downwind drift first begins only teaches the student one thing: Obey the instructor. No training block should ever be cast in stone. 1 priority.

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Runway Wind Shear Crosswind Airplanes 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Less-than-ideal conditions may mean a shift in lesson plan from a cross-country to an opportunity to perfect crosswind technique. In a crosswind landing , calling for a go-around when the downwind drift first begins only teaches the student one thing: Obey the instructor. No training block should ever be cast in stone. 1 priority.

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Runway Wind Shear Crosswind Airplanes 52