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Go-Around Required

Plane and Pilot

After a shallow turn from downwind, the Bonanza was positioned on base at a proper altitude and airspeed and with a constant descent rate. NTSB weather data analysis determined the wind at 7,500 feet (about 700 feet above the runway) was from 210 degrees at 17 knots—a healthy tailwind for base leg.

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We Fly: CubCrafters NXCub

Flying Magazine

Ailerons are actuated by pushrods that run through the wing struts, reducing aerodynamic drag and giving the responsive ailerons a solid feel. inch display, GTR 20 comm, GTX 345R transponder, G5 attitude indicator, GDL 84 ADS-B package, Garmin dual-axis autopilot, and stereo intercom. Handling is delightful.

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Aviation Winds Types Explained: A Pilot’s In-Depth Guide

Air

Pilots must use specific techniques, applying rudder and aileron inputs, to maintain directional control and keep the aircraft aligned. Can cause sudden losses or gains in indicated airspeed (IAS), directly affecting lift. Learn Your Reports: Get thoroughly familiar with interpreting METARs, TAFs, and other weather products.

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Split-S Decision

Plane and Pilot

“A few seconds later the airplane data showed a maneuver consistent with an aileron roll followed by a rapid descent about 1,000 feet before regaining its prior altitude and track above the highway.” I did my first aileron roll in an RV-4. These were divided into two main categories, prior maneuvering and weather upset.

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Split-S Decision

Plane and Pilot

“A few seconds later the airplane data showed a maneuver consistent with an aileron roll followed by a rapid descent about 1,000 feet before regaining its prior altitude and track above the highway.” I did my first aileron roll in an RV-4. These were divided into two main categories, prior maneuvering and weather upset.