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Qu'est-ce que Composante vent de travers ?

Composante vent de travers The part of the wind velocity that is perpendicular to the runway or the aircraft's track, affecting lateral control during takeoff, landing, or flight.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Composante vent de travers” Used in Practice?

La tour a signalé une composante vent de travers de douze nœuds sur la piste 26, prudence à l’atterrissage.

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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Qu'est-ce que Composante vent de travers ?

The part of the wind velocity that is perpendicular to the runway or the aircraft's track, affecting lateral control during takeoff, landing, or flight.

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