🛬Rejecting a landing from low altitude or on the runway is one of the most critical decisions a pilot can make.
🌬️Crosswind landings present challenges to pilots, particularly on short runways.
🌩️Weather conditions, such as gusty winds and storm clouds, can further complicate landings.
🛩️Aircraft certification processes ensure safety standards, but not every scenario can be accounted for.
✈️Pilots rely on experience, calculations, and proper decision-making to navigate challenging landings.
What factors influence a pilot's decision to reject a landing?
—Factors such as gusty crosswinds, short runways, and challenging weather conditions can influence a pilot's decision to reject a landing.
How do pilots handle crosswind landings?
—Pilots use techniques like crabbing and de-crabbing to align the aircraft with the runway and maintain directional control.
What happens during the certification process for aircraft?
—Certification processes ensure that aircraft meet safety standards, but it is impossible to account for every scenario.
What challenges do pilots face in varying weather conditions?
—Varying weather conditions, such as gusty winds and storm clouds, can make landings more challenging and require careful decision-making.
How do pilots calculate landing distances?
—Pilots consider factors like flap settings, auto brake configurations, and runway conditions to calculate the required landing distance.
00:00Introduction to the critical decision pilots have to make in unexpected situations.
09:06Personal experience of facing challenging situations and how therapy can help.
10:29Technical details about the CFM56 engines fitted to the Airbus A320.
11:45Explanation of crosswind landings and the challenges they pose.
16:04Details of the TAP Air Portugal incident involving strong gusty winds and a short runway.
