Fear of Landing

MARCH 22, 2024

Airborne Wind Shear Detection During the 1980s and 1990s, NASA led a comprehensive research program to identify the characteristics of dangerous wind shear and validated technologies that can predict its severity while in flight. Chevrons are being implemented on many of today’s aircraft, including the new Boeing 787.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 26, 2025

Lets take a closer look at clear air turbulence, so you can anticipate where they might show up, and learn how to manage the risks involved. Key Takeaways Clear air turbulence is sudden, invisible turbulence that occurs at high altitudes in clear skies. Jet streams, mountainous areas, and high altitudes are more likely to have CAT.

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Northstar VFR

MARCH 23, 2025

You may have even seen a few YouTube videos of jets doing go-around maneuvers set to Kens song. Traffic/Animals/Objects on the Runway We all have seen news reports of major carriers having to go-around because another aircraft entered the runway. Wind shear can create landing hazards for all sizes of aircraft.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

It could be that theres sudden wind shear on final approach, or that that visibility is below minimums, or that the aircraft is too high or too fast, etc. While air traffic controllers do an incredible job giving pilots instructions that minimize disruptions, theres still a human element to it.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A strong downward rush of air sent it plunging uncontrollably. The pilots fought to recover, but the wind shear was too strong. The jet slammed into the ground six thousand feet short of the runway, taking the lives of 134 people. Key Takeaways Microbursts can cause severe wind shear and downdrafts.

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