Air Facts

MARCH 5, 2025

The power reduction, the induced drag of the level turn (2 Gs necessary to maintain level flight), and the parasitic drag of the speed-brakes slows the aircraft below the gear-limiting speed of 240 knots. A code is a required entry on a flight plan signifying that a flag-rank officer (a general) was aboard the aircraft.

Pilot 98

Pilot Knot AGL Approach 98

Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

These commonly missed questions often focus on nuanced regulations, meteorology, flight planning, and airspace rules. Shorter takeoff roll Higher induced drag Lower induced drag Correct! What is the difference between a normal landing and a crosswind landing? Denotes entrance to runway from a taxiway.

Density Altitude 98

Density Altitude Aileron Pilot Drag 98

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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Crosswind Longitudinal Axis Aileron Rudder 52

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 11, 2024

During flight planning, I determined that 8,000 feet would provide the best wind advantage of the available preferred westbound IFR cruise altitudes. I was intrigued by what appeared to be a grass crosswind runway at North Bass Island, but no such runway is listed in official publications. This airport is a mere 1.4

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Runway Approach Knot Drag 82