Aviation Winds Types Explained: A Pilot’s In-Depth Guide
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MAY 21, 2025
Crosswind: The Sideways Challenge A crosswind blows across your intended flight path , being most critical during the takeoff and landing phases. Every aeroplane has a maximum demonstrated crosswind component it’s certified to handle. Can cause sudden losses or gains in indicated airspeed (IAS), directly affecting lift.
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