Northstar VFR

JUNE 8, 2025

Environmental Factors Turbulence : Turbulence from wind shear, mountainous terrain, thunderstorms, or microbursts can put your aircraft into an unusual attitude. Icing : Ice can build up on the control surfaces, causing loss of smooth airflow and lift. Performance degrades and could end in a stall and unusual attitude.

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Turbulence Wind Shear Aileron Rudder 52

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

Approach speeds typically range from 80 to 90 knots depending on weight and flap settings, while full flaps are often used to provide the necessary lift during landing. Review current weather conditions, including wind speed, direction, and visibility, as these can significantly impact the approach.

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Descent Final Approach Approach Runway 52

Air

MAY 21, 2025

Pilots must use specific techniques, applying rudder and aileron inputs, to maintain directional control and keep the aircraft aligned. Wind Shear: The Abrupt Shift Wind shear refers to any abrupt divergence in wind characteristics be it speed, direction, or both that unfolds over a minimal distance.

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Crosswind Wind Shear Groundspeed Flight Computer 52

Chess In the Air

JUNE 24, 2022

Moderate wind shear in some areas could make some thermals somewhat difficult to work but that, too, is typical. There were some patches of moderate lift and sink as would be expected on a normal summer soaring day. ” Unlike tornadoes and other twisters, microbursts are straight-line winds. to 2 miles) in diameter.

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Pilot AGL Wind Shear Runway 52