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Intense Wind Shear Causes Dramatic easyJet Airbus A320 Go Around

Simple Flying

On March 19th, an Airbus A320-200 performed this dramatic go around after it encountered wind shear at Funchal Cristiano Ronaldo Airport - otherwise known as Madeira Airport, and informally Funchal Airport. While go-arounds happen all the time, lets more closely examine what is happening in this video!

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Delta CRJ removed from Toronto runway, passengers offered $30,000 compensation  

Aerotime

Widespread speculation has hinted at an excessively hard landing, while others have suggested that a wind-shear event as the aircraft crossed the runway threshold may have been to blame. For those wondering how the Delta plane crash in Toronto took place, heres a new video of exactly what happened.

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Crew Failures Primary Cause Of US B-1B Bomber Crash At Ellsworth Air Force Base

Simple Flying

The Air Force Strike Command has determined that multiple crew failures, coupled with terrible weather and a last-minute brush with wind shear, caused the crash of the B-1 Lancer bomber in January. Following the loss, to maintain the fleet size, the Air Force responded by bringing the B-1 Lancer 'Lancelot' out of retirement.

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How to Read a Windsock

Pilot Institute

More Safety Private Pilots usually fly lighter aircraft that are more sensitive to wind. These aircraft have lower crosswind limitations and are more affected by gusts and wind shear. A windsock can help you quickly evaluate if the wind conditions are within your aircraft’s capabilities. Why does this matter?

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New! “The Turbine Pilot’s Flight Manual Fifth Edition!”

Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Blog

Learn the operating principles of hazard avoidance systems, including weather radar, enhanced ground proximity warning systems (EGPWS), predictive wind shear systems (PWS), advanced communication procedures and equipment (datalink and ADS-B), and the latest engine performance management techniques.

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NTSB: Pilot Was Flying Too Low Before Hitting Smokestack in Idaho

Flying Magazine

The Aeronautical Information Manual warns pilots about the dangers of exhaust plumes both visible and invisible, as they can contribute to turbulence, wind shear, and reduced visibility. The steep gradient is also noted on the RNAV 20 approach plate. Pilots are advised to avoid flying over them.

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Visual Angle of Attack Indicators and Systems Engineering Theory

Air Facts

When such information is lacking, many pilots will increase approach speeds based on wind conditions. Related to gust compensation is compensating for reported wind shear. Its easy enough to add speed on final to compensate for reported wind shear but not possible to do that with VAOAI.