Pilot Institute

JANUARY 3, 2025

Non-Towered Airports Compared to commercial airports that have tower services, many general aviation airports are uncontrolled. These aircraft have lower crosswind limitations and are more affected by gusts and wind shear. The best windsocks strike a balance between weight and strength. How else can a windsock help?

Knot 98

Knot Weather Wind Shear Weight-Shift-Control 98

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

These control surfaces dictate the aircraft’s roll, and this allows it to bank smoothly through turns or even recover from turbulence. Have you ever wondered how pilots keep control at high speeds, during stalls, or even when systems fail? Key Takeaways Ailerons control the aircrafts roll by adjusting lift on each wing.

Aileron 90

Aileron Weight-Shift-Control Rudder Longitudinal Axis 90

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

And during these maneuvers, you need to: Act as the sole manipulator of the flight controls. Here are the areas you should read up on: Landing irregularities : Information on crosswind landings will help you escape a tight situation and get back on the ground safely. At these heights, you could get into turbulence and gusty crosswinds.

Pilot 52

Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Pilot in Command Crosswind 52