Center of Gravity Crosswind Threshold 
AV Web
APRIL 15, 2025
At Ocracoke, North Carolina, an RV-6 (tailwheel version of 6a) landedtechnicallywith a 90-degree crosswind. The pilot reported that he was too high and fast crossing the threshold 70 feet above ground level (AGL) at 90 mph. Bounce twice, go around, because youre doing something wrong. No mention of IPC results. Other than that, what?
Pilot Institute
MARCH 26, 2024
This tendency is due to their high center of gravity and heavy engine over the nose wheel. A faster, reduced-flaps approach improves aircraft control during strong crosswinds or gusts. On a normal landing, you’d pull the power over the threshold, begin your roundout, and flare around 10 feet AGL.
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