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Old 09-16-2008 | 06:48 AM
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doubledee
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Default RE: Judging to much wind?

Too much wind? You are probably flying a high winged trainer, so I would say 12 to 15 MPH is about the max you want to try and fly in.

However, if you are nervous about the wind, don't fly. As a new solo pilot you have enough on your mind without worrying about wind. There will be days when the wind isn't so strong, is straight down the runway, and is steady as a rock. Those are the days you want to practice flying in the wind. At least until you get a few more flights under your belt.

If you do decide to fly in the wind, remember to keep a llittle power on during final approach to make sure you make the runway, cut the power when you are over the end of the runway and fly the airplane all the way to the ground. Keep a little extra speed on to compensate for wind gusts that will cause varying lift over your wing.

Regards,
doubledee