Pilot Institute

JANUARY 3, 2025

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. A well-installed windsock should rotate freely on bearings, allowing it to turn smoothly as the wind direction shifts. Why does this matter? Why is this important?

Knot 98

Knot Weather Weight-Shift-Control Wind Shear 98

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Aircraft Weight and Limitations An aircraft’s weight affects inertia and stopping distance. The POH lists landing distances for specific gross weights. Smaller aircraft may only have short field landing distances for maximum gross weight. This is because there is less airflow over the control surfaces.

Weight-Shift-Control 52

Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Crosswind 52

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

Watch out for some common mistakes, such as over-controlling and reacting incorrectly to visual cues. Approach Path Control Energy Management How to Improve Approach Path Control Using Ground References Your pattern work will improve the more you standardize it. Adjust power to control your descent rate.

Descent 52

Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52

Airspeed Junkie

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The control systems are equally sophisticated. The aircraft uses a system of six spoilerons on each wing for roll control, compensating for the lack of traditional ailerons. Additionally, the main landing gear can pivot up to 20 degrees, significantly improving crosswind landing capabilities.

Payload 98

Payload Weight-Shift-Control Thrust Aileron 98