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PA.IV.H.K3FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.

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Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.

Bottom line

The two primary methods, crab and wing-low, are typically used in conjunction with each other. Prior to touchdown, the transition to a sideslip is made with the upwind wing lowered and opposite rudder applied to prevent a turn.

Key numbers

Key numbers for Wind correction techniques on approach and landing.
NumberWhat it means
30 seconds (example AFM/POH slip limit, some multiengine and single-engine airplanes, to prevent fuel starvation)Slip time limit

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-21–13-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH Glossary (p. G-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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