Remove Groundspeed Remove Longitudinal Axis Remove Turbulence
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Mastering Crosswind Landings (A Step-by-Step Guide)

Pilot Institute

A headwind lowers groundspeed , making landing easier. 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, the obstacles generate mechanical turbulence, making the air less stable.