Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Note that because of current LSA rules, the RV-12 can be flown on an instrument flight plan but cannot be flown in actual instrument conditions. You have strong control authority at these low speeds, so slipping into a crosswind or keeping the upwind wing down is not a challenge. Mechanically all RV-12s are the same.)

Airplanes

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

You can buy or borrow one of these books from your flight school. 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. Youll also find detailed information on flight maneuvers.

Pilot

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Kentland has a 4,000-foot runway, east/west, with a crosswind straight out of the north. Next morning, I was looking for where a front would be thinnest, so the flight plan had a big 90-degree turn in it after penetrating the front visually. The upper Midwest scenery can be spectacular. I was glad that I had contingency packed.

Weather

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Discussions may also cover weather interpretation, flight planning, and risk management. The goal is to ensure that pilots are up-to-date with the knowledge required for safe flight operations. Flight Instruction: During this portion, pilots perform various maneuvers to demonstrate their flying proficiency.

Weather

Air Facts

MARCH 10, 2025

If you don’t know which is which, and don’t how to apply magnetic variation, how can you figure out the crosswind youre confronting on your landing? When are winds reported as true, and when are they reported as magnetic? Winds on the surface, and winds at altitude: both concepts are covered in the nav-log lesson.

Checkride

Air Facts

APRIL 11, 2025

The same is true with personal minimums: Try to fill out these numbers honestly since your EFB can alarm you if the crosswinds or ceilings at your source or destination are beyond the pale. But you could also do all your planning by using the dedicated Flight Plan page as well. Same goes with traffic and terrain.

Cockpit

Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

These commonly missed questions often focus on nuanced regulations, meteorology, flight planning, and airspace rules. What is the difference between a normal landing and a crosswind landing? Understanding why these questions are frequently misunderstood can help test-takers better prepare and avoid making costly mistakes.

Density Altitude

Flying Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

READ MORE: Healthy Obsession: What Flight Sim Has Done for Me Pro tip: If the ATD does not have side-view screens, the CFI should remind the learner that each turn they make will be in 90-degree increments. If utilizing Runway 17 with left traffic, the crosswind turn will be heading 080, downwind 350, base 260, etc. Keep it realistic.

Crosswind

Flying Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

Courtesy: Kevin Cortes] We grabbed an Aspen Flying Club Cessna 172S from Colorado Air and Space Port (KCFO), where filing the flight plan and preflight checks went off without a hitch under clear skies. Courtesy: Kevin Cortes] Landing with a slight left crosswind, we taxied over to transient parking right in front of Miss Bea Havin.

Crosswind

Air Facts

MAY 24, 2024

We started up the engine, got the weather, asked the tower for our instrument flight plan, and began to taxi from the T-hangars on the east side of the field down the familiar route of “Hotel, Echo” to runway 18 right for a departure to the north with a turn to the east. My left crosswind became left downwind very quickly.

Aileron

Air

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. Crosswind component (V) , obtained with the sine function.

Crosswind

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

Additional features, such as speed offsets, velocity cues, and crosswind adjustments enhance precision, particularly during approach and in turbulent or crosswind conditions. Key features include the SmartView SVS, INAV, and patented graphical flight planning (GFP).

Flight Deck

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Use this feature to preserve memories or easily review data in flight debriefs. Integrated speakers allow you to listen to music or close out flight plans clearly. Flight Gear Crosswind Bag If you’re bent toward practicality and cost-effectiveness, the Flight Gear Crosswind Bag does a lot for a little.

Pilot

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Air Navigation Pro This flight planning and GPS navigation app is designed for VFR pilots and offers international support, including charts for the US, Europe, South America and more. Embraer Aircraft Services A complete line of apps to assist operators of Embraer aircraft with support and services, performance and flight planning.

Weather

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Before you launch on your solo cross-country flights, a flight instructor must review your flight plan and provide you with an endorsement, stating they have reviewed your flight plan and you are prepared to make the flight. This endorsement will go into your logbook.

Aeronautical Information Manual

Pilot's Life Blog

JULY 25, 2024

Types of Weather Briefings You can obtain three different types of weather briefings, including: Standard briefing : A standard briefing offers the most comprehensive data and compares your flight plan with current weather conditions and updated forecasts. It includes weather trends.

Weather

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 30, 2025

Best Flight Calculator App 5. Sporty’s E6B Flight Computer Overview : A digital update of the classic flight computer, Sporty’s E6B Flight Computer delivers fast, accurate calculations without carrying a physical E6B or doing manual math in the air.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

MAY 6, 2025

That means flying at the most efficient speed, perfect weather, no delays, and proper fuel planning. How Flight Planning Affects Range Even if your plane can technically fly 600 miles, you might only fly 450 miles in practice. Thats because smart flight planning always leaves room for the unexpected.

Weather

Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 23, 2025

Before heading to the plane, you might have a chance to cover basic principles of flight, and will certainly discuss current weather conditions, safety protocols, and the days flight plan. This hands-on process involves using a standardized checklist to examine the aircraft with the aim of ensuring flight safety.

Rudder

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Note that because of current LSA rules, the RV-12 can be flown on an instrument flight plan but cannot be flown in actual instrument conditions. You have strong control authority at these low speeds, so slipping into a crosswind or keeping the upwind wing down is not a challenge. Mechanically all RV-12s are the same.)

Airplanes

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Crosswind leg: You turn 90 degrees to the upwind leg, flying perpendicular to the runway. If continuing straight out, climb to 500 feet above pattern altitude before turning on course to avoid conflict with inbound or crosswind traffic. What are the parts of a traffic pattern? Stay alert.

Pilot

Photographic Logbook

JULY 6, 2024

In order to reach College Park, pilots must receive specific training from the FAA, undergo vetting by the TSA to earn a personal identification number (PIN) necessary to authorize flight plans within the FRZ, and follow the unique and specific rules for operating into and out of the FRZ. If that sounds intimidating, it is.

Pilot

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Kentland has a 4,000-foot runway, east/west, with a crosswind straight out of the north. Next morning, I was looking for where a front would be thinnest, so the flight plan had a big 90-degree turn in it after penetrating the front visually. The upper Midwest scenery can be spectacular. I was glad that I had contingency packed.

Weather

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This rating requires extensive training in flight planning, navigation, and emergency operations, ensuring that pilots are well-equipped to handle IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) conditions. Holding an Instrument Rating significantly enhances a pilot’s capabilities, making it a valuable addition to any pilot certificate.

Pilot

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. The greater the crosswind, the steeper the aircraft’s bank into the wind.

Crosswind

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Our instructors will work with you to analyze weather scenarios, fostering your ability to make prudent choices during flight planning and execution. Flight Planning Effective flight planning encompasses route selection, fuel calculations, weight and balance assessments, and alternative planning.

Pilot

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 11, 2024

During flight planning, I determined that 8,000 feet would provide the best wind advantage of the available preferred westbound IFR cruise altitudes. I was intrigued by what appeared to be a grass crosswind runway at North Bass Island, but no such runway is listed in official publications. This airport is a mere 1.4

Runway

Air Facts

AUGUST 21, 2024

I stop at the departure end, letting the GRT Mini EFIS finish aligning, double-checking my radio and flight plan are all set. A cruise climb as I make my crosswind turn, then downwind, more radio calls on the way. No matter how hard I hold the stick back as I taxi, it bounces in my hand at every seam.

Groundspeed

Plane and Pilot

JULY 2, 2024

Too many pilots have believed the brochure brag of a 700-mile range and have flight planned accordingly, to their eventual regret. So, despite the readiness of the pilot and airplane, the flight was delayed until VMC prevailed. I often abort a flight in the old Champ for wind reasons.

Density Altitude

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Permits and Flight Plans Landing Permits: Private Operators: AIU landing permits are issued on arrival and remain valid for 180 days unless theres a crew change. Flight Plans: Submit ICAO flight plans as early as possible. Airport Overview Time to Downtown : ~10 minutes Distance to Downtown : 1.9

Clearance

Universal Weather

JANUARY 22, 2025

Permits and Flight Plans Landing Permits: Private Operators: AIU landing permits are issued on arrival and remain valid for 180 days unless theres a crew change. Flight Plans: Submit ICAO flight plans as early as possible. Flight Plans: Submit ICAO flight plans as early as possible.

Density Altitude