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Old 07-26-2010 | 06:28 AM
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Bryce Watson
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Default RE: Rudder question


ORIGINAL: CraigG
If, however, you find yourself in a situation where you have to land in a really strong crosswind (say, 20mph +), use it to your advantage and turn some of it into a headwind by making an angling approach across the runway. Assumes the runway is not particularly narrow but your ground speed will be reduced to the point that the landing roll is minimal. Also, after touchdown you can steer it back down the runway.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbxBml6Ph-k[/youtube]


Takeoff RWY 27, wind 270 @ 15kts

-Frontal Passage-

Landing RWY 27, wind 330 @ 34kts


Good advice Craig.