Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2025

Quick estimates improve decision-making Helps with landing technique, wake turbulence, and IFR corrections. Basically, any wind that blows across the runway or flight path instead of head-on or tailing the aircraft. Wake Turbulence What would you say if we told you that sometimes a crosswind is a good thing?

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Crosswind Pilot Knot Turbulence 69

Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

While many believe that down-pull blinds are simply more susceptible to turbulence or heavy landings, making them more likely to simply drop down, there is an even more logical explanation than this. This again is a safety feature, but one which has traditionally been misinterpreted.

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Cabin Crew Descent Runway Approach 274

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Sadly, GA accident reports are littered with singles and twins that land just short of the runway with windmilling props and dry tanks. We often end up at higher altitudes to escape the wind shear layer, cumulus buildups, and turbulence below. So, I am careful to watch the speed heading downhill into the turbulence.

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Descent Approach Final Approach Turbulence 54

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Alaska 737 MAX taxiing Fort Lauderdale Airport The taxi out to runway 10L wasnt very long, though we had to wait for several planes to land before we were cleared for takeoff. Alaska 737 MAX views approaching Seattle Alaska 737 MAX views approaching Seattle At 1:25PM we touched down on runway 34L. We finally got underway at 10:35AM.

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Approach Runway Airlines Airline 118

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The usual welcome announcement and a weather report of some expected turbulence along the way and meal service to be served after taking off was made by the inflight supervisor. There were a bit of turbulence during the flight and at one time, the turbulence was a bit intense. At this point, only 2 runways were in operation.

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Airlines Airline Turbulence Runway 59

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MARCH 23, 2025

Currently, this airport host both domestic and international flights and have 4 runways in operation. They are runway 01L/19R, 01R/19L, 18R/36L and 18L/36R. Anyway, the Captain updated us on our flight and that includes a warning of turbulence around a particular timing and so far they have been quite accurate.

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Turbulence Final Approach Cabin Crew Runway 59

Air Facts

JULY 15, 2024

Subjective factors such as terrain, turbulence, and gust direction are as important as the numbers. I did a checkride in 30 knot winds in the flatlands of Kansas, almost straight down the runway. I’ve landed in strong winds enough times that 30 knots can seem routine, as long as it’s reasonably aligned with the runway.

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Knot Crosswind Rudder Turbulence 98

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

While we had a pretty short taxi to the runway, there was then a queue for takeoff. We were cleared for takeoff on runway 8R at 9:25PM. I was expecting there would be bad turbulence, but to my surprise, it was just really light chop. At 9:05PM we pushed back, and the safety video was screened at the same time.

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Approach Descent Runway Airplanes 115

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

While the aircraft was being given taxi clearance, there was a minor misunderstanding, which wasn’t a big deal (but I still think it’s important context, since the Aeromexico pilot is in the wrong here): ATC: “Aeromexico 401, cross runway 31R at echo, follow the 777 ANA on charlie.” ATC: “It’s not 13R, it’s 31R or 13L.” That’s seven miles.”

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Air Traffic Control Pilot Clearance Runway 126

Flying Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

The aircraft collided with an exhaust stack that lies directly beneath the extended centerline of Runway 20. Google Earth view of the Gem State Processing plant and Runway 20 at KBYI. The white dashed line is an estimate of the extended centerline of Runway 20. The accident happened shortly after 8:30 a.m.

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Pilot Descent Aeronautical Information Manual Wind Shear 122

Photographic Logbook

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Over the last three years, The Bear has expressed great interest in visiting Alton Bay, the only FAA-authorized ice runway in the continental United States. A very brief 2022 season for the ice runway eliminated opportunities to return that year. I pointed to the ice runway as we cleared terrain hiding it. There it is!"

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Runway Knot Weather Turbulence 89

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Our departure was super quick we started our taxi at 8:20PM, and by 8:25PM we were barreling down runway 1L. For example, the cabin had to be prepared for landing a bit earlier than usual, due to anticipated turbulence. Service was simply flawless, in terms of friendliness, attention to detail, and attentiveness.

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Airlines Airline Tail Descent 118

One Mile at a Time

APRIL 2, 2025

View pushing back Vienna Airport View taxiing Vienna Airport We had a very short taxi to runway 16, where wed be departing from, and we rocketed off at 10:45AM. He warned of some turbulence on approach, and of strong winds at Washington Dulles, which were gusting up to 30 knots.

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Approach Descent Airlines Airline 100

Flying Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

Along with several other forecasts not shown here, this made me believe that a route around the west side of Washington would provide the least exposure to adverse weather, especially as it relates to convective turbulence. I became increasingly worried that we might hydroplane off the runway. Crisis averted.

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Weather Wind Shear Clearance Turbulence 108

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Once on board, we settled down quickly and the announcement was made about my flight including expected turbulence during the take-off and a reminder not to film the crew and passengers without permission. After taking off, we experienced some turbulence during our climb and the ride was better once we were out of Taiwan.

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Turbulence Weather Final Approach Cabin Crew 59

Photographic Logbook

JUNE 1, 2024

In my case, I reached a midfield left downwind simultaneously with another Cherokee on a right midfield downwind for the same strip of pavement, runway 2. As I watched the other aircraft make a turning descent toward the runway numbers, I wondered if the tower was going to want to call my base as a way of sequencing us.

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Runway Approach Airplanes Turbulence 88

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

It was nice to hear the Captain making announcement before departure and he warned us of some expected turbulence during our descent towards HND. I continued to observe the cabin and I find the crew's interaction with the passengers to be quite pleasant and when there was turbulence, announcments were made to remind us.

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Airlines Airline Cabin Crew Turbulence 59

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Well, for sure the training of pilots in swept-wing jets has improved dramatically, and the aircraft, runway environment, and approach aids have all made significant leaps forward. Some pilots soar like eagles to a smooth touchdown, and others settle to the runway like wounded turkeys. So, what happened? No pressure.

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Stability Approach Runway Pilot 83

iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

These range from passive red badges on flight plan waypoints and approach charts to identify NOTAMs and closed runways, to on-screen pop-ups accompanied by an aural message to make sure the app gets your attention. And the performance planning feature will warn you if computed takeoff or landing distances exceed available runway lengths.

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Pilot Weather Flight Plan Approach 105

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

AUGUST 2, 2024

The airpoort has 4 runways: 09/27, 10/28 , 11L/29R and 11R/29L. It's not easy to arrive early at Mumbai due to the heavy traffic and also the airport operates a single runway for both departure and landing. Anyway we were informed about the turbulence and for this flight, the first officer did the announcements.

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Descent Runway Cabin Crew Weather 102

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The little plane leapt into the air almost immediately as the wind seemingly swirled from every direction along the 5,000-foot runway. I announced our departure intentions, receiving well wishes from the airport attendant who had come out to admire the plane, and Wilkins once again pointed us down the runway and into the blue sky.

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Runway Crosswind Rudder Pilot 98

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

By combining real-time sensor inputs with advanced visual modeling, the SVS highlights runway markers, lead-ins, and airport domes. Paired with the EVS-3000 enhanced flight vision system (EFVS), the avionics deliver real-time imagery of runway lighting, terrain, and obstacles.

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Flight Deck Jet Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Runway 75

Professional Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

Understanding turbulence can be key to a smooth flight. Both pilots had heard stories of smaller aircraft being upset by wake turbulence from the massive A380s. Turbulence intensity table. Intensity is somewhat subjective to the aircraft and pilot, but pilots are encouraged to report any turbulence they encounter.

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Turbulence Weather Jet Pilot 40

Air Facts

APRIL 24, 2024

But, with a frontal system approaching, the conditions were expected to worsen over the hours subsequent to our passing through, including the chance for moderate to severe turbulence. At first it was just gradually, then more decidedly, evolving into moderate turbulence. But the turbulence would continue to worsen. We weren’t.

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Turbulence Wind Shear Final Approach Ceiling 52

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

pounds per square foot—makes the RV-12 a little” busy” in turbulence, though some of that is attributed to a lack of inertia in roll. So the temptation is to fly too fast and float down the runway, which the RV-12 will do for quite some distance. Modest wing loading—10.4 It’s so light that the RV can feel a little active in that axis.

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Airplanes Knot Pitot Tube Gross Weight 98

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 22, 2023

What type of turbulence would a pilot expect in a Mammatus cloud? Run-up area near the takeoff end of the runway. On a taxiway along the way to the runway. Fuel is pumped from the float chamber to the fuel discharge nozzle by an engine-drive fuel pump where it mixes with intake air. Moderate Light Severe Correct!

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Turbulence Runway Pilot Jet 52

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

SID (Intl, Amílcar Cabral, Cape Verde) offers a long runway and is a good technical stop on this route. Operational peculiarities The NAT-OTS is unique in the world, as it changes twice daily to provide optimum routes for the main traffic flows, with due regard to the winds and turbulence. The North Atlantic is a non-radar environment.

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Jet Weather True Airspeed Turbulence 98

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

SID (Intl, Amílcar Cabral, Cape Verde) offers a long runway and is a good technical stop on this route. Operational peculiarities The NAT-OTS is unique in the world, as it changes twice daily to provide optimum routes for the main traffic flows, with due regard to the winds and turbulence. The North Atlantic is a non-radar environment.

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Jet Weather True Airspeed Turbulence 98

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

On the downwind to the westerly runway at LOWI, I experienced a lot of up and down drafts, shear, varying winds, and sloppy controls. BBJ-700 from PMDG showcasing the master quality and awesome terrain that LOWI provides, complete with snow-squall weather and violent turbulence. This feature is sadly lacking in ‘MSFS2020’.

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Crosswind Weather Knot Aileron 105

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Soon, the eagerly expected runway came into view, and the briefest of traffic patterns put us on the pavement, rolling out in relief. My companion claimed to spot runway lights directly below as I executed the miss. The DH or MDA is just that, a minimum, at which point you either see the runway environment or execute the miss.

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Weather Ceiling Approach Clearance 76

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

But landing it safely on the runway is a skill. Brief that you will use the right rudder to align the aircraft straight with the runway and the left aileron to counteract drift. Depending on the wind direction and airport surroundings, you may experience some turbulence. This will reduce your workload in turbulent conditions.

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Airplanes Descent Approach Runway 52

Fear of Landing

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

I signed out my little 90 Horsepower Champ, took off on sealed runway 07 after a National Airways Corporation DC3, and departed the circuit to the left over Bunnythorpe in the direction of Feilding. 31 Turbulent in 1980. I suppose we are lucky to still have David with us! David purchased this gorgeous Druine D.31

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Rudder Turbulence Runway 52

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Take-off involves accelerating along a runway to achieve lift-off speed, followed by climbing to a designated cruising altitude. Landing requires a controlled descent and approach to the runway, culminating in touchdown and deceleration. Unlike airplanes, they can hover, move sideways, and land without a runway.

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Torque Lift Airplanes Stability 52

Fear of Landing

MARCH 7, 2025

But the map showed only the nearest weather, and they encountered heavy rain, hail and turbulence. It took off from Saturn Boulevard, built on top of a World War II era runway, for Moisant Field. Their radar weather map showed heavy rain storms, and the crew selected a route round the worst areas, marked in red on the map.

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Flight Deck Pilot Air Traffic Control Weather 52

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 28, 2024

In addition, the airport has 2 runways, runway 10/28 and 16/34 and operates 2 terminals. Looking at the skies, it was a complete opposite from my arrival, the skies were filled with clouds with some angry ones from the distance, I was expecting some turbulence on this flight. We touched down smoothly on runway 03R.

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Descent Airlines Airline Turbulence 52

Air Facts

AUGUST 30, 2024

Each region presents unique flying challenges, from the gusty winds around Cape Town’s mountains to the humid, turbulent air over Gauteng in Summer. These are often more challenging to navigate due to shorter runways and wildlife on the airstrips, but they provide a unique and intimate flying experience.

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Pilot Weather Air Traffic Control Turbulence 90

Flight Training Central

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Practice takeoffs and landings on contaminated runways – Just because the runway at your airport has residual snow or slick spots doesn’t mean you have to cancel your flight lesson. After a winter storm passes you’ll want to wait for the airport maintenance crew to clear the majority of snow from the runway.

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Weather Runway Airplanes NOTAMs 52