CA.IV.E.S5FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills
Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
Position the flight controls for the existing wind, if applicable.
Bottom line
A crosswind that exceeds the aircraft's demonstrated maximum crosswind component or the pilot's ability may result in loss of control on the ground. The last check as power is brought to full takeoff power includes confirming that controls are positioned to account for any crosswind.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AIM 7-6-8 (Use of Runway Half-way Signs at Unimproved Airports) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- AFH Glossary (p. G-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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