Airspace Classes Crosswind Runway 
Pilot Institute
MAY 7, 2025
Key Takeaways Weather minimums vary by airspace class, altitude, and time of day. Class E above 10,000 ft and Class G below 1,200 ft have special rules. A Koji triangle, divided into the different airspace classes and minima, can be learned in minutes. Particularly crosswinds. Decreased engine power.
Pilot Institute
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Runway incursions are caused by lapses in awareness and communication. Its key elements include: Upwind leg: After takeoff, you fly straight out, climbing away from the runway. Crosswind leg: You turn 90 degrees to the upwind leg, flying perpendicular to the runway. But without an ATC, this task is all up to you.
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