Mastering Crosswind Landings (A Step-by-Step Guide)
Pilot Institute
APRIL 5, 2024
Touching down with the aircraft’s longitudinal axis aligned with the runway. We use the rudder to align the aircraft’s longitudinal axis with the centerline. However, check NOTAMs for runway closures. A sideslip approach creates excess drag and requires more control inputs. We call this de-crabbing.
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