5.7 - Wind Components
Example:
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Angle between wind direction and flight path: 50°
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Headwind: 8 kts
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Crosswind: 10 kts
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Wind speed: 13 kts
Figure 5.7.1 - Wind Components
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20 kts : Demonstrated crosswind
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Crosswind components - kts
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Section 5
Performance
Pilot's Information Manual
PIM TBM 960 - Edition 0
Rev. 00
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