Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The result of an alteration in airflow patterns increasing induced drag about the wings of an airplane. What effect does high density altitude have on aircraft performance? What is the headwind component for a landing on Runway 18 if the tower reports the wind as 215° at 30 knots? 187 knots 162 knots 165 knots Correct!

Density Altitude 105

Density Altitude Knot Ground Effect True Airspeed 105

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

In the Cessna 172S Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH), the landing distance decreases by 10% for every 9 knots of headwind. For the Cessna 172, landing distance increases by 10% for every 2 knots of tailwind. Temperature An increase in temperature will increase the density altitude.

Weight-Shift-Control 52

Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Descent 52

Chess In the Air

JULY 4, 2022

If that happens, the propeller causes a lot of extra drag, comparable to half-extended airbrakes. In still air, the climb rate under full power is likely in the range of 3-5 kts given the high density altitude environment at Rifle. That does very little when you’re in 10-20 knot sink.

Wind Shear 52

Wind Shear Runway AGL Lift 52

Pilot Institute

JUNE 26, 2024

The aircraft was 44 knots higher than its target landing speed, which resulted in a runway overrun. When going around, the pilot should immediately remove full flaps to reduce drag and increase performance. Effects of atmospheric conditions on a go-around, such as winds and density altitude. Many passengers were injured.

Wind Shear 52

Wind Shear Runway Approach Aeronautical Decision-Making 52