Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 23, 2024

You had a crosswind , so the wind wasn’t helping you out, but that’s all right. Data shows a constant high-speed descent straight toward the runway. So, still about 60-65 degrees, so we’re getting some help out to ya. So just hang in there.” “I I had too much speed. I should have come in slower.” Tower: “I know.

Knot 87

Knot Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 87

Flight Training Central

MAY 12, 2024

I turn crosswind, then downwind, and base. My turn to final is a little wide so I corrected back onto the extended centerline for runway 22 for a descent, but safe landing. Well, here goes nothing. Full throttle, airspeed is alive, rotation at 55 knots and climb out at 74 knots. FIRST SOLO! What a rush!

Knot 52

Knot Airplanes Crosswind Runway 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 23, 2024

You had a crosswind , so the wind wasn’t helping you out, but that’s all right. Data shows a constant high-speed descent straight toward the runway. So, still about 60-65 degrees, so we’re getting some help out to ya. So just hang in there.” “I I had too much speed. I should have come in slower.” Tower: “I know.

Knot 52

Knot Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Our friends at the Flight Safety Foundation take the definition of a stabilized approach a bit further and specify that all briefings and checklists have been completed, sink rates are no more than 1,000 feet per minute (for jets), and only small changes in pitch, power, and heading are required to maintain the planned descent and touchdown point.

Stability 82

Stability Approach Runway Pilot 82

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Your first lesson will likely be heading out to the local practice area (your instructor knows where that is) to learn how to do climbs, turns, and descents. For cross-country flights that involve going to an airport at least 50 nm away, you will budget more time. You want the room to make mistakes.

Aeronautical Information Manual 81

Aeronautical Information Manual Flight Computer Pilot Cockpit 81

Pilot Institute

MAY 9, 2024

It’s just S-turns with climbs and descents, right? A strong, gusty crosswind will push your stick and rudder skills to the limit. Check out our latest article on crosswind landings here. Lazy eights sound like the least challenging commercial checkride maneuver to learn.

Rudder 52

Rudder Lift Aileron Drag 52

Professional Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

Immediately, the pilot monitoring told the passengers to buckle up as the pilot flying disengaged the autopilot and pushed the stick forward into a smooth but rapid descent. Of course, if the addition of gust speed will take you over your crosswind limits, you should consider diverting to a different runway or airport.

Turbulence 40

Turbulence Weather Jet Pilot 40

Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

NTSB ERA22LA169 describes a funny engine noise that prompted an earlier than planned turn to crosswind for an anticipated return to the airport. We continued our descent for a couple of seconds and then he began a turn again to the left towards the taxiway. That return did not make it to the airport.

Gross Weight 66

Gross Weight Runway Airplanes Pilot 66

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.

Knot 52

Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 14, 2024

Anyway, on our approach to Athens, we were greeted with a spectacular view of the landscape but there was quite a bit of crosswind which made the ride slightly uncomfortable but not long after we landed smoothly on runway 21L. The view is excellent but it was quite bumpy during our descent. What's provided for each passenger ?

Airlines 52

Airlines Airline Weather Runway 52

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Once there, he put us in a slight right turn toward our first fuel stop 60 miles ahead, continuously fighting the stick as the gusting left crosswind did its best to push us off course. As the sun began its descent, we began the final leg of what would end up being a four-hour trek.

Runway 72

Runway Crosswind Rudder Approach 72

Pilot Institute

APRIL 19, 2024

To arrest this descent, you need to generate more lift. Pitching down for airspeed magnifies the already steep descent rate. When banking, you must increase the angle of attack to keep the descent rate in check. Altitude lost reflects a descent rate range between 740 ft/min and 1,000 ft/min.

AGL 52

AGL Runway Descent Lift 52

Pilot Institute

JUNE 26, 2024

It helps reduce the chances of a stall and puts you in a better position to arrest the descent and start your climb out. Pitch for Climb The next immediate action is to arrest the descent. After adding full power and arresting the descent, the next step is to retract the flaps. The order is aviate, navigate, then communicate.

Wind Shear 52

Wind Shear Runway Approach Aeronautical Decision-Making 52

Air Facts

AUGUST 21, 2024

Descent and landing is smooth and calm this evening, and I make a wheel landing for the fun of it. A cruise climb as I make my crosswind turn, then downwind, more radio calls on the way. I set the power, trim for my airspeed, and settle into the routine that is left traffic. At the base turn, I look for 80 mph and am right on target.

Runway 75

Runway Groundspeed Approach Crosswind 75