Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The RNAV approach to the 7,000-foot Runway 31 that snakes around from the Runway 4 extended centerline, loops past Citi Field, and rolls out on a tight-in final approach. I mentioned how rolling through the intersection on Runway 4 is allowed but frowned upon, effectively making the runway shorter if you want to follow custom.

Runway 52

Runway Approach Knot Jet 52

Northstar VFR

JULY 21, 2024

The pilot controls the throttle to create thrust. TAKEOFF We’ve been cleared for takeoff, and now you’re lined up on the centerline of the runway. Correct rudder use here is evident, because if you don’t apply right rudder you’ll see how quickly your plane wants to travel left and off the runway.

Rudder 52

Rudder Airplanes Pilot Stability 52

Fly with Eva

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

So many times I flew the ILS to runway 25R, with the beautiful skyline of Barcelona on the righthand side. Every session we tick off training elements, from basics like steep turns and approach to stall recovery, TCAS RA, to engine failures, fires, evacuations, crosswind landings. I really enjoy the simulator phase a lot.

Approach 52

Approach Flight Deck Cargo Pilot 52

Pilot Institute

APRIL 12, 2025

This principle is fundamental in generating lift, thrust, and maneuverability, allowing aircraft to fly. Thrust (how it moves forward). Thrust and Propulsion Systems A wing has to move fast enough through the air to generate lift effectively. That force is called thrust. Thrust relies on Newtons Third Law as well.

Lift 52

Lift Thrust Torque Aileron 52

Air Facts

JUNE 19, 2024

During the takeoff mode, the biggest one of these emergencies being loss of thrust (loss of engine power). The more challenging the flight conditions–low ceilings, rain, crosswinds, high density, etc–the higher the anxiety level. A calm landing differs from a headwind landing versus a crosswind landing.

Pilot 98

Pilot Crosswind Cockpit Threshold 98

Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

It had a short runway which was often contaminated with snow and ice. That day would be even more challenging because of a strong crosswind, but the companys CEO was bringing several important clients for a weekend of skiing at the resort near the airport. This often means encountering wicked and gusty crosswinds.

Crosswind 40

Crosswind Weather Instrument Meteorological Conditions Runway 40

Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 7, 2025

Once youre used to those key differences, flying and landing a Stearman (without much crosswind, wink wink) is just as enjoyable, if not more, than a Cub. Imagine rolling down the runway, feeling like youre in a rocket ship, only to feel a metaphorical afterburner kick in that catapults you towards the sky.

Airplanes 98

Airplanes Tail Pilot Jet 98

AV Web

APRIL 15, 2025

Student pilots get a free pass, because theyre adorable skittering off runways in Loss of Directional Control (LODC) events that vex the best among us. During the second landing attempt, NTSB notes, the airplane touched down and bouncedmultiple times as it continued down the runway and subsequently nosed over. Sorta the Wrong Runway?

Pilot 52

Pilot Airplanes Runway Descent 52

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

This configuration provides the necessary power for both climb and cruise, while also offering valuable training for managing asymmetric thrust in the event of an engine-out situation. Throttle adjustments, trim settings, and speed control are all important in setting up for a controlled, smooth descent to the runway.

Descent 52

Descent Final Approach Approach Runway 52