This video showcases a series of impressive crosswind landings, each featuring a different pilot using the crab technique to align the aircraft with the runway. Watch how various pilots manage gusty ...
Crosswinds are a significant factor in landing accidents, especially for smaller aircraft, and pilots often lack sufficient practice due to runway designs typically aligning with prevailing winds.
The article discusses two primary crosswind landing techniques: the "slip" method (author's preference, involving lowering the upwind wing and using opposite rudder throughout final approach and ...