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Was ist Gegenwindkomponente?

Gegenwindkomponente The part of the wind velocity that blows directly against the direction of travel of the aircraft, improving takeoff and landing performance.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Gegenwindkomponente” Used in Practice?

Eine Gegenwindkomponente von fünfzehn Knoten wurde gemeldet, was die Startleistung auf Bahn 13 verbessert.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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Was ist Gegenwindkomponente?

The part of the wind velocity that blows directly against the direction of travel of the aircraft, improving takeoff and landing performance.

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