Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Anyone who’s tried to enter a sideslip during a crosswind landing with a twist grip knows how hard it is. Mid-Tier The MFG Crosswind pedals are twice the price of the Logitech pedals, but they are a significant step up in quality. The Crosswinds use Hall sensors for both rudder and brakes, making them very precise.

Rudder

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 23, 2025

The Bonanza lay crumpled up in an empty lot just 2,400 feet from the approach end of the runway. An immediate strong correction to the left might have salvaged the approach. Yet despite his experience, he did not attempt to correct the approach. Forecasting models suggest a “hydraulic jump” could produce considerable turbulence.

True Airspeed

Air Facts

APRIL 14, 2025

1] NASA provides this excellent but unavoidably long definition: At NASA, systems engineering is defined as a methodical, multi-disciplinary approach for the design, realization, technical management, operations, and retirement of a system. An historical antecedent is the concept of the unstable approach.

Final Approach

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Sure, the economics put the airplane in the high-value category in the wild world of 2024 aviation, but this approach ignores what it’s like to fly the RV-12. pounds per square foot—makes the RV-12 a little” busy” in turbulence, though some of that is attributed to a lack of inertia in roll. Vso approach speed is 53 knots.

Airplanes

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

Though more common in commercial pilot training, they’re becoming accessible in elite flight schools and part of Leopard Aviation’s approach for serious learner. At Leopard Aviation, you’ll navigate through fog, thunderstorms, crosswinds, and busy airspace—so you know what to expect when you’re actually in the sky.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

When learning how to land a Piper Seminole, it is crucial to understand the role of each engine in the approach and landing phases. Pilots must be proficient in managing engine power, especially during the approach, where power settings and speed management are critical to a smooth and safe landing.

Descent

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

These control surfaces dictate the aircraft’s roll, and this allows it to bank smoothly through turns or even recover from turbulence. Aileron Control In Stalls And Spins A wing stalls when the airflow approaches it at an angle greater than the Critical Angle of Attack. The downside of this approach is a lack of redundancy.

Aileron

Flying Magazine

JULY 8, 2025

They include: Proper flight preparation procedures, including preflight planning and preparation, powerplant operation, and aircraft systems Taxiing or surface operations, including runups Takeoffs and landings, including normal and crosswind Straight and level flight and turns in both directions Climbs and climbing turns Airport traffic patterns, (..)

Wind Shear

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Here are the areas you should read up on: Landing irregularities : Information on crosswind landings will help you escape a tight situation and get back on the ground safely. As you return to the traffic pattern, focus on short and soft field approaches and landings. At these heights, you could get into turbulence and gusty crosswinds.

Pilot

AV Web

JULY 1, 2025

In reality, they’re far easier to prang and the right instruction teaches a very different approach to landing them compared to heavier birds. The better approach is flying it on like an ultralight—carrying power all the way into the flare. Poke around the typical LSA maintenance hangar and you’ll see broken pieces.

Gross Weight

AV Web

APRIL 15, 2025

As he approached the herd, with the intention of driving the cattle into the corral, the bull departed and headed toward an area covered with heavy mesquite brush. At Ocracoke, North Carolina, an RV-6 (tailwheel version of 6a) landedtechnicallywith a 90-degree crosswind. Im roped in, Sam. Not scared? No mention of IPC results.

Pilot

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MAY 7, 2025

We took off about 45 minutes after our schedule departure time and it was quite windy as we hit some turbulence during our climb. It got a bit intense that I had to hold on to the seat in front of me due to the updraft and downdraft motion while flying through clear air turbulence. We were on final approach into runway 27R.

Turbulence

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Back in the early days of jet airliners, pilots long experienced in more forgiving two- and four-engine, piston-powered prop planes found themselves running out of airspeed, altitude, and ideas on the final approach to landing. Several of these unstabilized approaches resulted in major aircraft damage or worse. And one more thing.

Stability

Air Facts

JULY 15, 2024

Subjective factors such as terrain, turbulence, and gust direction are as important as the numbers. Those little hills made for fiendish turbulence down low. So I decided to try the approach, and see how it felt. A low approach couldn’t break anything. I approach using the wing low method. More likely it’s random.

Crosswind

Flying Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

We hit our cruising altitude of 7,500 feet and, as expected in the Rocky Mountain region, ran into a bit of turbulence. I had scoped out the airport layout beforehand using ForeFlight’s Airport 3D View and cross-checked it with Google Maps, so I felt pretty confident about our approach. Stepping inside, the FBO felt welcoming.

Crosswind

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

The small aileron “tabs” were not doing a great job in crosswind ability. For the final approach, I calculated V REF of about 128 was fought with much shear, with airspeed variances of up to 20 to 30 knots, providing a wild ride. By neutralizing the yoke, I lost the ability to steer and attack whatever crosswind component was evident.

Crosswind

Air

MAY 21, 2025

For landing, it means a shorter landing roll and a slower approach speed over the ground, offering enhanced control. For landing, it increases your groundspeed on approach and extends the landing distance. Every aeroplane has a maximum demonstrated crosswind component it’s certified to handle.

Crosswind

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Once there, he put us in a slight right turn toward our first fuel stop 60 miles ahead, continuously fighting the stick as the gusting left crosswind did its best to push us off course. Wilkins guided the craft along the invisible roller coaster, working to keep the wings level while maintaining a crab as the Cub climbed the first 500 feet.

Runway

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Briefing A pre-landing briefing highlights essential points critical to the approach and landing phase. If there is a crosswind at the airport, you should mention this in your brief. Discuss your nominated crosswind technique. Explain what aircraft input you will require to land the aircraft in the crosswind.

Airplanes

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

The HGS-6000 is certified in the US and abroad for low-visibility takeoff (LVTO) and manual Cat III approaches, and delivers superior low-operating minima guidance. Additional features, such as speed offsets, velocity cues, and crosswind adjustments enhance precision, particularly during approach and in turbulent or crosswind conditions.

Flight Deck

Photographic Logbook

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Camera at the Ready We passed from Syracuse, through multiple sectors of Boston Center, and ultimately to Boston Approach once within the boundaries of New Hampshire. The Bear wielded her trusty Nikon like a pro and captured our approach and landing. Same course, same altitude, same frequency handoffs as the week prior.

Runway

Professional Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

Understanding turbulence can be key to a smooth flight. Climate Scientist T he pilots of the intercontinental business jet had just finished transmitting their position report from FL330 over the Philippine Sea when one noticed the contrails of a commercial jet approaching their position a few thousand feet above their altitude.

Turbulence

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

This system includes modes for: roll pitch heading vertical speed altitude hold approach These modes allow for a steady rate of descent, ascent, and consistent speed and altitude ranges. The reliability of the Cessna 172 shines through in various flight conditions, including crosswinds and turbulence.

Knot

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Sure, the economics put the airplane in the high-value category in the wild world of 2024 aviation, but this approach ignores what it’s like to fly the RV-12. pounds per square foot—makes the RV-12 a little” busy” in turbulence, though some of that is attributed to a lack of inertia in roll. Vso approach speed is 53 knots.

Airplanes

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Fixating on the runway numbers can lead to flying through treetops during the approach. is a common question, when the wind, ceiling, visibility, turbulence, or even temperature are obviously not conducive to routine flying. Sometimes a nudging word is sufficient, but in other cases an adjustment of controls is required. 1 priority.

Wind Shear

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Fixating on the runway numbers can lead to flying through treetops during the approach. is a common question, when the wind, ceiling, visibility, turbulence, or even temperature are obviously not conducive to routine flying. Sometimes a nudging word is sufficient, but in other cases an adjustment of controls is required. 1 priority.

Wind Shear

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Proper angle of attack management also maintains safety during slow flight, crosswind landings, and when encountering wake turbulence. You will also develop a feel of how the aircraft feels as it approaches a stall. External Forces Factors like turbulence, wind gusts, and wake turbulence can lead to sudden fluctuations in AOA.

Lift

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Our approach is simple: provide structured, personalized instruction that meets each students needs. High-wing aircraft, like the Cessna 172, offer better downward visibility and are more stable in turbulence. Low-wing aircraft, such as the Piper PA-28, provide better ground clearance and handling in crosswinds.

Pilot

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 14, 2024

I spotted another green stripes livery on this A330-900neo on final approach to this airport. Announcement was made by the Captain about our flight which we would to expect some turbulence especially along the way but no mention about the flight delay. This was my flight's final assigned gate. What's provided for each passenger ?

Airline

Pilot's Life Blog

MAY 6, 2025

Heres how we help our students factor that in: Weather Wind, heat, turbulence, and storms all impact how far you can fly. Crosswinds force you off course. With the right approach, youll fly farther, land less often, and get more out of every tank. Thats because smart flight planning always leaves room for the unexpected.

Weather

Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

In this article, we’ll cover all you need to know to confidently master crosswind landings. Key Takeaways Manage crosswind landing challenges using the crab and sideslip techniques. Plan for crosswind conditions with step-by-step procedures. Learn to avoid common mistakes during approach, roundout, touchdown, and rollout.

Crosswind

Air Facts

JUNE 19, 2024

The more challenging the flight conditions–low ceilings, rain, crosswinds, high density, etc–the higher the anxiety level. And possible out of nowhere, we may encounter teeth-chattering clear air turbulence. A calm landing differs from a headwind landing versus a crosswind landing. Results from a crosswind landing.

Pilot

Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

By Karsten Shein Comm-Inst Climate Scientist QYK (Gstaad, Switzerland) is located in a mountainous region, which can create complex wind patterns and require precise maneuvering during approach and landing. And, given the wind, the only viable approach path took them just above a ridge surrounded closely by jagged peaks.

Crosswind

World Airline News

JULY 26, 2025

Air Austral is navigating a turbulent financial chapter, marked by persistent deficits, restructuring efforts, and cautious optimism. China Airlines is currently postponing the retirement of its aging Boeing 737-800s and Airbus A330-300s due to significant delays in receiving replacement aircraft—primarily the Boeing 787-9. airlines U.S.

Airline

World Airline News

JULY 25, 2025

Air Austral is navigating a turbulent financial chapter, marked by persistent deficits, restructuring efforts, and cautious optimism. China Airlines is currently postponing the retirement of its aging Boeing 737-800s and Airbus A330-300s due to significant delays in receiving replacement aircraft—primarily the Boeing 787-9. airlines U.S.

Cargo

World Airline News

JUNE 10, 2025

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Cargo

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 22, 2025

VFR and IFR Opportunities Whether youre starting with visual flight rules (VFR) or working toward your instrument rating (IFR), the diverse traffic and available approaches at Flying Cloud support both. Adaptability to prevailing winds for crosswind training. Separate patterns for different types of aircraft (jets vs. piston).

Runway